Tag Archives: Fire Prevention

Ashland: Wildfire Safety

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“As of Oct 2018 all homes within the City of Ashland, Oregon are considered to be in the Wildfire Hazard Zone. In addition, forested lands in and around the city lead into the Ashland Creek Watershed, the source of the City’s drinking water. Fires have been a frequent visitor to our landscape and will return due to accidents or lightning strikes. Fire plays a natural role in our forest ecosystem but can threaten homes and lives in our town. Wildfire awareness is essential to living in a wildfire hazard zone. Ashland Fire and Rescue is a valuable resource for homeowners and citizens concerned with wildfire in Ashland. The resources located here include plans, maps, and detailed information for homeowners and citizens.”   Resource: https://www.ashland.or.us/ashland_wildfire_safety

Firewise Plant list: ashland.or.us/plants

Ashland,Oregon: 2019 Firewise Clean Up Day

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Announcement City of Ashland, Oregon

Save the Date!   Firewise Clean Up Day –  Saturday May 4th, 2019!

Recology Ashland, Ashland Fire & Rescue and the Wildfire Mitigation Commission are proud to announce the eighth annual
FREE Green Debris Drop Off Day!

Create a Firewise yard before fire season starts by removing the “fuel“ from a potential wildfire. Ashland residents are invited to drop-off their green debris free of charge!

When: Saturday, May 4th, 2019 from 8 AM to 3:30 PM
Where: Valley View Transfer Station 3000 N. Valley View Rd.
Who: All Ashland residents showing proof if id (drivers license, utility bill, etc)
Why: Removing fine fuel like leaves, pine needles and small branches away from your house and gutters can significantly reduce your wildfire risk and help prevent the spread of wildfire within the city of Ashland
How: Remove leaves, branches & other green debris from your yard and drop off FREE OF CHARGE to the Transfer Station. Volunteers will be on site to assist with removing green debris from your vehicle, trailer, etc.

ACCEPTED MATERIALS: Only organic green debris will be accepted.  This includes leaves, pine needles, small branches, brush and other green debris

PROHIBITED MATERIALS: Please leave trash, stumps, logs, firewood, & treated lumber at home.  If you bring your green debris in bags they need to be emptied and taken home.

 

https://www.ashland.or.us/Page.asp?NavID=16961

National Fire Prevention Week

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October 8-14 is National Fire Prevention Week. Everyone needs to have an escape plan – Every second counts: Plan 2 Ways Out!

• Practice home fire drills twice a year. Conduct one at night and one during the day with everyone in your home and practice using different ways out.
• Teach children how to escape on their own in case you can’t help them.
• Make sure the number of your home is clearly marked and easy for the fire department to find.
• Close doors behind you as you leave – this may slow the spread of smoke, heat and fire.
• Once you get outside, stay outside. Never go back inside a burning building.Fire_know 2 ways out.png