Created in 2002 by the National Fire Protection Association with support from USDA Forest Service and State Forestry organizations
Addresses risk on private property through education on mitigation best practices and recognition for mitigation work done by homeowners and communities
Being recognized as a Firewise USA site means that a community is being acknowledged and celebrated by the US Forest Service, NFPA, and other state and local partners for demonstrating that they community understands the unique wildfire risk it faces.
And it’s a way to honor the work they’ve done to reduce that risk and to motivate their community for continued engagement and impact.
Contact FireWise@WisslerRanch.com for a copy of Wissler Ranch’s FireWise Community recognition or take a picture of the certificate posted in the mail box structure. Insurance may offer a consideration for this status.
Community and homeowner participation in Firewise USA® approved risk reduction measures and education
Report Risk Reduction Work on Your Property (Link to Firewise Hourly Worksheet WR below)
Examples of Maintenance Activities in the Ignition Zone (Link to Firewise Activities Examples Mx in Ignition Zone below)
Examples of Maintenance Activities Anywhere on Your Property (Link to Firewise Activities Mx on Home and Outbuildings below)
AirNow Fire and Smoke Map:
AirNow is a partnership of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), National Park Service, NASA, Centers for Disease Control, and tribal, state, and local air quality agencies.
