Drawing lessons from the 2011 bushfires in Western Australia, residents of Kelmscott and Roleystone prepared for another bushfire season
Hill residents prepare for another bushfire season
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Friday, December 20, 2013
Thursday, December 19, 2013
Texas Forest Service Advises Homeowners On How To Prevent Grassfires
Texas Forest Service provided some useful guidelines to prevent grassfires to homeowners
Forest Service: Rains May Increase Fire Danger
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Forest Service: Rains May Increase Fire Danger
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Wednesday, December 18, 2013
Code Clarification Helps Black Forest Fire Survivors Begin To Rebuild
The El Paso County, Colorado, Commissioners' decisions on fire codes have helped at least one homeowner begin to rebuild following the Black Forest Fire
Answers on fire codes help homeowners rebuild
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Answers on fire codes help homeowners rebuild
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Tuesday, December 17, 2013
Greater Wildfire Prevention Efforts Touted By Wyoming Governor
Fresh off the Western Governors' Association meeting, Wyoming's governor touted the theme of that meeting in regards to states taking on more wildland firefighting responsibility on federal lands
Wyoming Gov. Matt Mead proposes greater wildfire prevention efforts
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Wyoming Gov. Matt Mead proposes greater wildfire prevention efforts
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Monday, December 16, 2013
Kentucky Fall Forest Fire Season Ends
Fire officials in Kentucky announced that the fall forest fire season is over
Fall forest fire hazard season officially over
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Fall forest fire hazard season officially over
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Saturday, December 14, 2013
Oakland Voters Reject Wildfire Tax
A $2 million hazard mitigation tax that would have reduced the wildfire danger to homeowners in Oakland, California has been defeated
Citywise: Oakland wildfire tax defeat certified
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Citywise: Oakland wildfire tax defeat certified
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Friday, December 13, 2013
Red Flags Flying In San Diego County
Red Flag conditions will exist across San Diego County, California, this weekend due to high winds and low humidity
Heightened wildfire risk this weekend due to strong winds, low humidity
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Heightened wildfire risk this weekend due to strong winds, low humidity
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Thursday, December 12, 2013
Charred Trees Become Treasured Memories in Black Forest
A craftsman is finding creative ways to incorporate burned trees into rebuilt homes in Colorado's Black Forest
Charred trees become treasured memories in Black Forest
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Charred trees become treasured memories in Black Forest
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Wednesday, December 11, 2013
First Home Rebuilt In Black Forest Fire Burn Area
The first home lost in Colorado's Black Forest Fire has been rebuilt with more on the way
First home rebuilt, dozens more underway six months after Black Forest fire
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First home rebuilt, dozens more underway six months after Black Forest fire
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Tuesday, December 10, 2013
Western Australian Commissioner Urges Homeowners To Prepare For Bushfires
Western Australia's Fire and Emergency Services Commissioner took the opportunity to remind property owners to prepare their homes for bushfires
Bushfire season prompts reminder
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Bushfire season prompts reminder
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Monday, December 9, 2013
EPA Noise Restrictions Hamper Bushfire Cleanup In NSW
As cleanup efforts continue, Environmental Protection Authority noise restrictions may be hampering the use of construction equipment in New South Wales, Australia's, Blue Mountains
Noise is an issue for bushfire clean-up in the Blue Mountains
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Noise is an issue for bushfire clean-up in the Blue Mountains
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Saturday, December 7, 2013
Cameras Capture Australian Home In Ember Storm
Australian Closed Circuit TV cameras captured the onslaught of an ember storm on a home in Yellow Rock, New South Wales, in October
CCTV captures moment bushfire engulfs home
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CCTV captures moment bushfire engulfs home
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Friday, December 6, 2013
Working Together To Minimize Wildfires
A letter to the editor in Ravalli County, Montana, argues for a facilitator to bring together various interested parties to discuss the best approach to living with wildfires
Viewpoint: Let’s work together to minimize fires
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Viewpoint: Let’s work together to minimize fires
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Thursday, December 5, 2013
Utah Community Improving Wildfire Protection
The small community of Tollgate Canyon, Utah, has asked to be annexed into the North Summit Fire District to facilitate better wildfire protection
Small Summit County community wants better fire, emergency service
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Small Summit County community wants better fire, emergency service
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Tuesday, December 3, 2013
Kohala By The Sea Earns Wildfire Safety Award
In Hawaii, Kohala By The Sea is one of only 34 communities in the United States to receive a Firewise safety award
Isle community to receive national wildfire safety award
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Isle community to receive national wildfire safety award
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Monday, December 2, 2013
Wildfire Insurance Coverage Questions To Be Answered By Experts
In Colorado, Black Forest Fire survivors will get a chance to ask questions about insurance coverage at a workshop to be held Thursday at Woodmen Valley Chapel
Black Forest Fire insurance workshop to be held Thursday
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Black Forest Fire insurance workshop to be held Thursday
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Saturday, November 30, 2013
Black Forest Fire Chief Recall Update
An article provides details on the Black Forest Fire Chief recall efforts in Colorado Springs, Colorado
Organizers Want To Get Rid Of Black Forest Fire Chief
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Organizers Want To Get Rid Of Black Forest Fire Chief
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Friday, November 29, 2013
Environmentalists Oppose Salvage Logging In Rim Fire Burn Area
The Central Sierra Environmental Resource Center voiced opposition to a salvage-logging bill which would remove burned timber from California's Rim Fire burn area
Sierra environmentalist group sounds the alarm about Rim fire salvage-logging bill in the House
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Sierra environmentalist group sounds the alarm about Rim fire salvage-logging bill in the House
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Thursday, November 28, 2013
La Verne Developing CWPP
In Southern California, La Verne Fire Department is in the process of developing a Community Wildfire Protection Plan
La Verne fire officials need public help on wildfire prevention
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La Verne fire officials need public help on wildfire prevention
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Wednesday, November 27, 2013
Report: 42% of homes in Vail at high risk for wildfire danger
A report prepared by the Vail, Colorado, fire department shows that 42% of the homes are at high risk for wildfires
Report: 42% of homes in Vail at high risk for wildfire danger
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Report: 42% of homes in Vail at high risk for wildfire danger
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Tuesday, November 26, 2013
Firewise Programs Important In Montezuma County
Firewise programs have proven to be very important in Montezuma County, Colorado
FireWise key to county’s wildfire preparedness
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FireWise key to county’s wildfire preparedness
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Monday, November 25, 2013
Please Support HR 3188
Congress is considering a bill which advocates salvage logging in California's Rim Fire burn area to reduce the wildfire danger
H.R.3188 - Yosemite Rim Fire Emergency Salvage Act
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H.R.3188 - Yosemite Rim Fire Emergency Salvage Act
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Saturday, November 23, 2013
Wildfire Rebuilding Costs Jump In Colorado
In the wake of Colorado's massive wildfires, homeowners planning to rebuild in Colorado Springs queried the El Paso County Board of Commissioners on Thursday at a work session about potential fire code changes which could add between $7,000 and $22,000 to each home's rebuilding costs
Tougher Codes Eyed for Colo. Area Damaged by Wildfire
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Tougher Codes Eyed for Colo. Area Damaged by Wildfire
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Friday, November 22, 2013
Over 4.5 Million Homes At Risk From Wildfire
The 2013 Verisk Wildfire Risk Analysis reveals that 4.5 million households across the US are at risk from wildfires
Verisk Analysis Determines More Than 4.5 Million Households at High or Extreme Risk from Wildfire
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Verisk Analysis Determines More Than 4.5 Million Households at High or Extreme Risk from Wildfire
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Thursday, November 21, 2013
"Wildfire Wizard" Can Predict Home Survivability In Wildfire
Department of Interior Sec. Vilsack urged Congress to do more about wildfires in a visit to Fresno yesterday
In Fresno, Vilsack Calls For New Approach To Wildfire Fight
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In Fresno, Vilsack Calls For New Approach To Wildfire Fight
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Wednesday, November 20, 2013
Utah Officials Praise Washington County CWPP
Utah's Department of Natural Resources praised Washington County's efforts at wildfire prevention as a model for the rest of the state
Officials praise public efforts to curb wildfires
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Officials praise public efforts to curb wildfires
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Tuesday, November 19, 2013
Oakland City Auditor Slams Fire Department Over Wildfire Inspections
The Oakland, California, City Auditor cited lack of supervision by the fire department in property wildfire inspections aimed to prevent another disaster like 1993's Oakland Hills Fire, which killed 25 people and destroyed over 3,000 homes
Audit Criticizes "Lackluster" Oakland Wildland Inspections
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Audit Criticizes "Lackluster" Oakland Wildland Inspections
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Monday, November 18, 2013
"Wildfire Wizard" Evaluates Home Wildfire Survival
An article from Montana looks at the "Wildfire Wizard" program which can evaluate the likelihood of a home surviving a wildfire
How likely is your home to burn in wildfire? New scale rates the risk
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How likely is your home to burn in wildfire? New scale rates the risk
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Saturday, November 16, 2013
Homeowners Nix Funding For Oakland's Wildfire Protection District
Voters narrowly rejected funding for Oakland's Wildfire Prevention District fee
Oakland Hills voters reject wildfire prevention tax
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Oakland Hills voters reject wildfire prevention tax
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Friday, November 15, 2013
Crystal Park Prepares For Wildfires
Colorado's Community Wildfire Protection Plan Advisory Group is helping Crystal Park prepare for future wildfires
Community cuts down on wildfire risk
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Community cuts down on wildfire risk
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Thursday, November 14, 2013
VDF Provides Wildfire Tips To Homeowners
Virginia Department of Forestry provided some tips to homeowners on how to prevent wildfires
What to Know to Prevent Wildfires
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What to Know to Prevent Wildfires
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Wednesday, November 13, 2013
Homes In Colorado Saved By Wildfire Mitigation
American National Insurance Company recounts how its emphasis on wildfire mitigation efforts prior to Colorado's Black Forest Fire saved homes during the blaze in a press release
American National Educates Clients About Fire Mitigation Techniques
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American National Educates Clients About Fire Mitigation Techniques
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Tuesday, November 12, 2013
Congressional Delegation Learns About Ember Storms
A congressional delegation is getting some education on how embers can ignite homes at the Insurance Institute for Business and Home Safety in Chester County, South Carolina, today
Delegation to watch wildfire simulation in SC lab
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Delegation to watch wildfire simulation in SC lab
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Monday, November 11, 2013
Gulf Between What Obama Proposes And Lawmakers Want For Wildfire Mitigation
The disparity between what the Obama administration is allocating to wildfire mitigation efforts ($296 million) versus what Western lawmakers feel is required (around $1 billion) is examined in an article from Reno, Nevada
Lawmakers agree wildfire money needed, fail to fund prevention programs
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Lawmakers agree wildfire money needed, fail to fund prevention programs
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Saturday, November 9, 2013
Homeowners Could Pay $100K Extra To Rebuild After Bushfires
Homeowners seeking to rebuild after bushfires could pay up to $100,000 extra to comply with New South Wales, Australia, building regulations in bushfire-prone areas
Bushfire victims will have to pay extra to rebuild
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Bushfire victims will have to pay extra to rebuild
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Friday, November 8, 2013
Over 1,000 Albuquerque Homes At Risk From Wildfires
Approximately 1,100 homes in Albuquerque, New Mexico, valued at almost $140 million are in danger from wildfires, according to data from CoreLogic's recent report
ABQ-area homes face growing risk of wildfires
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ABQ-area homes face growing risk of wildfires
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Thursday, November 7, 2013
Michigan County Unveils New CWPP
Crawford County, Michigan, has adopted a new Community Wildfire Protection Plan
Community Wildfire Protection Plan approved
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Community Wildfire Protection Plan approved
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Wednesday, November 6, 2013
Two Arizona Counties Refuse To Be Firewise
In spite of the damage done by wildfires in Arizona, Payson and Gila Counties refuse to adopt Firewise building standards
Wildfire Lessons Ignored
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Wildfire Lessons Ignored
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Tuesday, November 5, 2013
Idaho's "Thin The Threat" Wildfire Prevention Campaign
The Idaho Forest Products Commission's "Thin the Threat" campaign is examined in the next article
Thin the Threat: Is logging the solution to catastrophic fires?
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Thin the Threat: Is logging the solution to catastrophic fires?
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Monday, November 4, 2013
Wildfire Scam Artist Defrauds Southern Californians of $4.8 Million
A woman who defrauded residents of Santa Barbara, California, of $4.8 million in wildfire relief funds has been sentenced to 35 years in prison
Wildfires scam artist faces lengthy prison sentence
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Wildfires scam artist faces lengthy prison sentence
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Saturday, November 2, 2013
Firewise Program Credited With Fast Suppression Of Carolina Forest Fire
South Carolina Forestry Commission received kudos for its Firewise program, which is credited with helping firefighters quickly squelch a wildfire in the Carolina Forest
How to become 'Firewise' to protect your home
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How to become 'Firewise' to protect your home
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Friday, November 1, 2013
Fire Danger Persists In Colorado High Country
Although some snow has fallen in Summit County, Colorado, residents were cautioned by the High Country Conservation Center that the wildfire danger still persists
Ask Eartha: Snow’s on the slopes, but wildfire still a present danger for High Country residents
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Ask Eartha: Snow’s on the slopes, but wildfire still a present danger for High Country residents
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Thursday, October 31, 2013
California Congressman Lobbies For Wildfire Prevention Act
A California Congressman supported the Wildfire Prevention Act of 2013, which directs more money from FEMA to wildfire mitigation
Ruiz submits wildfire bill
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Ruiz submits wildfire bill
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Tuesday, October 29, 2013
California Community Prepares Wildfire Plan
In Southern California, La Verne Fire Department is preparing a Community Wildfire Protection Plan which it hopes to unveil in December
Calif. Firefighters Developing Wildfire Protection Plan
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Calif. Firefighters Developing Wildfire Protection Plan
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Monday, October 28, 2013
Researchers at the National Center for Atmospheric Research in Boulder, Colorado, may have discovered a way to forecast wildfire-spawning heat waves weeks in advance
Forecasting heat waves weeks in advance? Scientists may have found a way
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Forecasting heat waves weeks in advance? Scientists may have found a way
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Saturday, October 26, 2013
New Study Focuses On Structure Survivability In Wildfire
National Institute of Standards and Technology teamed up with the U.S. Forest Service in a study of the Witch Fire, which blazed through Southern California in 2007, which focused on structure survivability
Knowing exposure risks important to saving structures from wildfires
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Knowing exposure risks important to saving structures from wildfires
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Friday, October 25, 2013
Common Household Products That Can Protect Your Home From Wildfire
Scientists from California's Western Regional Research Center published a new study in Agricultural Research magazine that a mixture of sodium bentonite clay, cornstarch, and water may protect homes from wildfires as well as any commercially-available firefighting gel for about 30 minutes
Temporary coating may help protect homes from wildfires
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Temporary coating may help protect homes from wildfires
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Thursday, October 24, 2013
California Homeowners Get Federal Help Preparing For Wildfires
Property owners in the vicinity of California's Rim Fire will be able to get federal help from the Environmental Quality Incentives Program to better prepare for future wildfires
Wildfire victims can get federal help
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Wildfire victims can get federal help
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Wednesday, October 23, 2013
Cedar Fire Survivor Holds Book Signing
The author of a book on San Diego County, California's, 2003 Cedar Fire will have a book signing in Ramona this coming Saturday
The Fire Outside My Window: Ramona Author Event on Cedar Fire Anniversary
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The Fire Outside My Window: Ramona Author Event on Cedar Fire Anniversary
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Tuesday, October 22, 2013
Hazardous Fuels Reduction Projects Cuts Endanger Arizona Homeowners
An article from Arizona takes a closer look at how cuts to federal Hazardous Fuels Reduction Projects funding may increase the wildfire danger substantially
Federal forest thinning funds expected to be cut by millions
Federal forest thinning funds expected to be cut by millions
Monday, October 21, 2013
Oakland Hills Fire Protection District In Trouble
Survivors of the deadly Oakland Hills Fire asked voters to continue funding the Wildfire Protection District to prevent another such occurrence
Survivors of Oakland Hills fire make plea to voters
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Survivors of Oakland Hills fire make plea to voters
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Saturday, October 19, 2013
Anchorage Fire Department Performs Wildfire Inspections
Current conditions prompted Anchorage Fire Department to perform inspections of property to assess the wildfire danger
Anchorage Homeowners Prepare for Wildfires
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Anchorage Homeowners Prepare for Wildfires
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Friday, October 18, 2013
NFPA Announces First Wildfire Community Preparedness Day
The National Fire Protection Association announced that it will observe its first Wildfire Community Preparedness Day next May
NFPA announces first national Wildfire Community Preparedness Day
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NFPA announces first national Wildfire Community Preparedness Day
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Thursday, October 17, 2013
What Yosemite's Rim Fire Can Teach Homeowners About Wildfire Preparations
Los Angeles-based Fire Protection Group emphasized the importance of fire safety following California's devastating Rim Fire
The Yosemite Rim Fire Serves as a Stark Reminder of the Importance of Fire Safety
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The Yosemite Rim Fire Serves as a Stark Reminder of the Importance of Fire Safety
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Wednesday, October 16, 2013
Insurance Council Of Australia Urges Homeowners To Prepare For Bushfire Season
Following a rash of bushfires in New South Wales, the Insurance Council of Australia is urging homeowners to prepare for bushfire season
Dozens of bushfires usher in spring, summer period of high fire risk in Australia
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Dozens of bushfires usher in spring, summer period of high fire risk in Australia
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Tuesday, October 15, 2013
Map Details Wildfire-Prone Areas In Pacific Northwest
A University of Washington student has come up with a detailed map of wildfire-prone areas in the Pacific Northwest
WWU grad student creates map of homes in path of potential wildfires
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WWU grad student creates map of homes in path of potential wildfires
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Monday, October 14, 2013
Colorado's Wildfire Home Protection Plans
An article from Colorado revisits plans to levy a special tax and building restrictions in wildfire-prone parts of that state
Special taxes, regulations among wildfire zone recommendations
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Special taxes, regulations among wildfire zone recommendations
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Saturday, October 12, 2013
Thousands Of Homes In Austin, Texas, In Wildfire Zone
CoreLogic's report revealed that 2,823 Austin, Texas, properties worth $811.9 million are at risk from wildfires
Several Austin-area ZIP codes vulnerable to wildfires
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Several Austin-area ZIP codes vulnerable to wildfires
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Friday, October 11, 2013
Rising Number Of US Homes At Risk From Wildfires
More details on CoreLogic's report detailing homes at risk from wildfires in the Western US were disclosed today
Rising number of U.S. homes at risk from wildfires -report
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Rising number of U.S. homes at risk from wildfires -report
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Thursday, October 10, 2013
New Report Identifies 1.2 Million Homes At Risk From Wildfires In Western US
The 2013 CoreLogic Wildfire Hazard Risk Report has identified over 1.2 million properties in 13 Western states which are at risk from wildfires
2013 CoreLogic® Wildfire Hazard Risk Report Reveals Wildfires Pose Risk to More Than 1.2 Million Western U.S. Homes
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2013 CoreLogic® Wildfire Hazard Risk Report Reveals Wildfires Pose Risk to More Than 1.2 Million Western U.S. Homes
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Wednesday, October 9, 2013
Virginia Department of Forestry Warns Homeowners Of The Danger From Fall Forest Fires
In a state which sees 1,200 wildfires scorch 10,000 acres each year, Virginia Department of Forestry warned homeowners of the danger from fall forest fires
State forestry department offers tips on how to prevent wildfires this fall
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State forestry department offers tips on how to prevent wildfires this fall
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Tuesday, October 8, 2013
Underinsured Homeowner Settles With Insurance Carrier Following Wildfire
A lawsuit resulting from a Waldo Canyon Fire survivor who was unable to rebuild her home after that blaze due to inadequate insurance coverage has been settled
Waldo Canyon wildfire refugee, 91, reaches settlement
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Waldo Canyon wildfire refugee, 91, reaches settlement
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Monday, October 7, 2013
Littleton, Colorado, Fights Wildfires With Goats
A neighborhood in Littleton, Colorado, is importing goats from Wyoming to help mitigate wildfires
Community uses goats for fire mitigation
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Community uses goats for fire mitigation
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Saturday, October 5, 2013
Southern California Homeowners Need Insurance Up-To-Date
Insurance companies reminded Southern California homeowners to have their policies up-to-date as the fall fire season peaks
RED OCTOBER: Insurance Officials Remind Residents to Protect Homes, Families from Wildfire
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RED OCTOBER: Insurance Officials Remind Residents to Protect Homes, Families from Wildfire
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Friday, October 4, 2013
Santa Barbara County Warns Homeowners To Prepare For Wildfires
A press release from Santa Barbara County Fire Department informs homeowners of common causes of wildfires as fall approaches
One Less Spark, One Less Wildfire
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One Less Spark, One Less Wildfire
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Thursday, October 3, 2013
KPCC Unveils Wildfire Tracker
KPCC, one of Southern California’s National Public Radio stations, unveiled a useful new web utility that allows people to check the status on wildfires in California quickly and easily
California Fire Tracker
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California Fire Tracker
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Wednesday, October 2, 2013
Fire Hazard Inspections Continue In Crestline, California
As the fall fire season nears in Southern California, fire officials in the mountain community of Crestline are urging property owners to clean up their weeds and debris
Fire Hazard Inspections Continue
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Fire Hazard Inspections Continue
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Tuesday, October 1, 2013
Colorado Homeowners May Get Fire Fees
A commission organized by Colorado's governor has recommended that homeowner fees be levied and statewide building codes be adjusted to prepare for wildfires
Homeowner fees recommended to address Colo. fires
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Homeowner fees recommended to address Colo. fires
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Monday, September 30, 2013
Private Firefighters Becoming More Prevalent Across US
With 10 million homes having been built in wildland areas since 2000, private firefighters sponsored by insurance companies are becoming more prevalent
Insurance crews help protect well-heeled from wildfires
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Insurance crews help protect well-heeled from wildfires
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Saturday, September 28, 2013
Residents Of Crestline Urged To Prepare For Fall Fire Season
As the fall fire season nears in Southern California, fire officials in the mountain community of Crestline are urging property owners to clean up their weeds and debris
Fire Hazard Inspections Continue
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Fire Hazard Inspections Continue
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Friday, September 27, 2013
Hardening Homes Against Wildfires With FEMA Grants
Rick Halsey, Director of the California Chaparral Institute, sent along a press release about an official with Big Bear Fire Department who is helping harden homes against wildfires with money from FEMA grants
Fire Official Using Science to Become a Hero Before the Fire
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Fire Official Using Science to Become a Hero Before the Fire
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Thursday, September 26, 2013
How To Win A Reasonable Settlement After A Wildfire
A Southern California attorney expounds on how residents of San Diego County can fight for a reasonable settlement after suffering losses in a wildfire
LawyersandSettlements.com Interviews Attorney James Frantz about Wildfire Lawsuits and Being Prepared to File for Fire Loss Damages
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LawyersandSettlements.com Interviews Attorney James Frantz about Wildfire Lawsuits and Being Prepared to File for Fire Loss Damages
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Wednesday, September 25, 2013
How to Live with Wildfires in Southern California
USGS Fire Ecologist Jon Keeley discusses the need to prepare for wildfires in Southern California in a new study
How to Live with Wildfires in Southern California
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How to Live with Wildfires in Southern California
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Tuesday, September 24, 2013
Metal Roofs Protect Homes From Wildfires
The virtues of steel roofing on homes in wildfire prone areas is illustrated in a press release from Arizona
Metal Roofing Saves Homes in Wildfire Prone Areas
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Metal Roofing Saves Homes in Wildfire Prone Areas
For more information on protecting your home from wildfires, visit Wildfire Home Defense
Monday, September 23, 2013
Southern Californians Told To Prepare For Wildfires
A Los Angeles Times article provides some useful tips on how Southern Californians can protect their homes from wildfires
Your home's wildfire risk may be higher than you think
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Your home's wildfire risk may be higher than you think
For more information on protecting your home from wildfires, visit Wildfire Home Defense
Saturday, September 21, 2013
Red Cross Urges Homeowners in Arizona to Prepare For Wildfires
The Red Cross is urging homeowners in Arizona to make plans to protect their families and property as wildfire season is far from over
Red Cross Urges Arizonans To Make A Fire Plan Now
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Red Cross Urges Arizonans To Make A Fire Plan Now
For more information on protecting your home from wildfires, visit Wildfire Home Defense
Friday, September 20, 2013
Home Defense Pointers From Allstate
Allstate Insurance provides a few pointers on how homeowners can prepare for wildfires
3 On Your Side: Prepare before wildfires strike
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3 On Your Side: Prepare before wildfires strike
For more information on protecting your home from wildfires, visit Wildfire Home Defense
Thursday, September 19, 2013
Even though insurance companies have paid out hundreds of millions in wildfire claims, premiums for homeowners living in wildfire-prone areas are unlikely to increase substantially
Despite Hefty Payouts, Fire Insurance Costs Hold Steady
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Despite Hefty Payouts, Fire Insurance Costs Hold Steady
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Wednesday, September 18, 2013
The tricky problem of getting homeowners to properly protect their property from wildfires is broached in an article from Colorado
Lessons and questions left to smolder in the wake of massive suburban forest fire
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Lessons and questions left to smolder in the wake of massive suburban forest fire
For more information on protecting your home from wildfires, visit Wildfire Home Defense
Tuesday, September 17, 2013
Homeowners in OK Get Wildfire Education
Oklahoma's McAlester Fire Department is working with Firewise to educate homeowners on how to defend themselves against wildfires
Are you concerned about brush, grass or forest fires where you live?
Are you concerned about brush, grass or forest fires where you live?
Monday, September 16, 2013
University of Washington Student Maps Wildfire Danger In Pacific Northwest
A University of Washington student has come up with a detailed map of wildfire-prone areas in the Pacific Northwest
WWU grad student creates map of homes in path of potential wildfires
WWU grad student creates map of homes in path of potential wildfires
Saturday, September 14, 2013
New Map Spots Wildfire-prone Areas
Concerned about whether wildfires are prevalent where you want to live? A new mapping program might be able to help you decide!
Worried about wildfires or floods? Trulia heat maps help find safest places to live
Worried about wildfires or floods? Trulia heat maps help find safest places to live
Sunday, August 11, 2013
Wildfire Home Defense - 081113
Wildfire Home Defense began operations today with the unveiling of its website! In the months to follow, information on new products, services, and studies will provide improved means to protect your home from wildfires. Stay tuned!
Michael Archer.
Michael Archer.
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