Emergency Management
Always be prepared for wildfires
Wildfires present a perennial danger to residents, especially during the dry season in our area, which runs from the end of November to the beginning of June.
We want to encourage all residents to take proactive steps to protect themselves, their homes and the community. Below are essential guidelines and tips to help you prepare and stay safe.
Know the risks and stay informed
Understand local alerts: Stay informed by signing up for Alert St. Lucie notifications and get texts, emails or phone calls directly to your phone about major traffic accidents, weather alerts and other issues from area public safety and law enforcement agencies. Sign up at www. stlucieco. gov / alert.
Monitor conditions: Follow local media, NOAA weather radio and other tools for updates on air quality and fire activity.
Ready your home
You can take several small but important steps to prepare your home for wildfires. The U. S. Fire Administration promotes simple ways to prevent a fire from affecting your home and community, including the following:
• Clear flammable materials
• Protect your roof
• Use safe storage
• Install ember protection
For more tips on how to protect your home, visit the U. S. Fire Administration website.
Protect important documents
Save any important family documents, such as insurance policies, identification and bank account records, electronically or in a fireproof, portable container.
For more information regarding wildfires, burn authorizations or forest management programs in your area, visit your local Florida Forest Service Field Office.
Build a kit
Prepare supplies that meet the needs of yourself, your family and anyone else you care for, such as pets or older adults. Prepare your own food, water and other supplies that last for several days. Once you review the basic items, consider what unique needs your family might have.
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