Rogue Valley Fire Prevention

Home Readiness:  Reduction of Wildland Fuels Around Structures

When considering the potential for wildfire damage to your home or structure, it is vital to emphasize the importance of your "home ignition zone," or the area within 100 feet (in all directions) of your dwelling.  This is the primary area for you to focus fuels reduction efforts upon.

Flammable brush (Juniper, for example) should be removed from the home ignition zone, as well as any dead trees or shrubs within the first 100 feet.  Tree crowns should be spaced 10-15 feet apart to avoid dangerous crown fires.

Plants directly near the home should be carefully chosen (ideally they should be of a fire-resistant nature) and maintained (well-watered and free of dead materials that could ignite during a wildfire).

Woodpiles should never be located against a home (or within 30 or so feet of the home) unless they are in a totally enclosed structure. 

Driveways leading to the home should also be clear of heavy vegetation on either side, and should be able to accommodate fire-suppression vehicles and personnel.

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