Prevention
Wildfire Prevention Starts With You
The Southwest is looking at a potentially significant fire season this spring. Visitors can help protect the forest and surrounding communities by staying aware of conditions, planning ahead, and following simple fire‑safe practices. Use the guidance below to prepare for your trip and reduce wildfire risk during your visit.
Be Wildfire Ready
Learn how to create a defensible space around your property and prepare an evacuation plan. Eight videos guide you through week-by-week actions you can take to be better prepared.
Preparing Your Home
Homeowners can take steps to minimize the likelihood of flames or surface fire touching their home. The FireWise website has resources, checklists and guide to help you prepare for the wildfire season.
Recommendations and Resources for Homeowners
| Site | Description |
|---|---|
| Firewise Communities | Learn about the primary threats to your home during a wildfire and take steps to protect your home and neighborhood. Resources from the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). |
| Living with Fire Guide | This wildfire protection guide (English and Spanish) provides recommendations to prepare for wildfire and reduce wildfire threats to homes and communities. |
| NFPA Safety Preparedness Tips | From backyard chicken coups to kids and campfire safety, these quick-read tip sheets will help protect your home, property and loved ones. |
| Smokey Bear Prevention Tips | Learn how to safely burn yard debris, start and put out campfires, and use and maintenance equipment to avoid fires. |