It's Vent & Gap week! Visit Step 4 of JOE's Plan for details >
Step 3 of preparing for wildfire is clear the 5-foot zone (Zone 0).
Use hardscape like gravel, pavers, or concrete. No combustible bark or mulch.
Remove all dead and dying plants, weeds, and debris (leaves, needles, etc.) from your roof, gutter, deck, porch, stairways, and under any areas of your home. (DO THIS EVERY MONTH!)
Remove all branches within 10 feet of any chimney or stovepipe outlet.
Limit combustible items (like outdoor furniture and planters) on top of decks.
Relocate firewood and lumber to Zone 2.
Replace combustible fencing, gates, and arbors attached to the home with noncombustible alternatives.
Consider relocating garbage and recycling containers outside this zone.
Consider relocating boats, RVs, vehicles, and other combustible items outside this zone.
Go to the Resources page for more information.
After you've cleared Zone 0, click the button below so we will know our neighborhood is making progress.
Missed steps 1 or 2? Go to JOE's Wildfire Preparedness Plan for instructions from previous weeks.