Wildfire Prevention Tips for Green Valley, AZ

We have all seen the news stories of the devastating fires in southern California recently and many people may be concerned that a similar situation could occur here in Green Valley. There are several steps that homeowners can take to protect their home and property from fire but probably one of the most important is to eliminate any “fuels” that may be near your home. “Fuels” can include cardboard boxes or newspaper for recycling, dry weeds, grasses and palm fronds, or other types of clutter. Try to remove any type of combustible items from the areas surrounding your home. You may want to contact your HOA to request additional landscape maintenance to remove overgrowth in common areas. The key is to take steps now to prevent the spread of fire in the future.