Community Awareness in May/June Wildfire magazine
The May/June issue of Wildfire magazine focuses on Community Awareness. It will be full of valuable information for Fire Chiefs, Fire Management Staff, Duty Officers, and Line Personnel. The main article tells the story of a community that took action to mitigate their risk of catastrophic loss in the event of a wildland fire.The story is told primarily by community sparkplugs, Roger and Kathy Mitchell from Bow, Washington.Their situation is not unique.The Blue Ribbon Panel on Wildland Urban Interface Fire reports over 51,000 communities in the US alone (countless when the international picture is considered) are faced with the annual burden of wildfire season.
Look forward to this issue where a community’s on-going success story unfolds.This dedicated group of property owners has created an energy that is literally spreading like wildfire.Their success has been tremendous and the word has gotten out. Now many of the surrounding communities are seeking information and advice on how they too can reduce their risk. Since a collaborative model was used, not one Agency or Fire District has taken an unreasonable workload; the community has done the lion’s share and continues to be the leaders in their geographic area.
Anyone interested in the growing Wildland Urban Interface problem will be relieved to read that success is possible.Communities can and will take action, especially if they are supported with information, techniques and tools.Other articles support the theme of Community Awareness and provide key and timely information on Firewise Communities/USA, Teamwork and Collaboration, and the new Community Guide to Preparing and Implementing a Community Wildfire Protection Plan.
Keep an eye on your mailboxes, as this issue will be arriving in mid-June.Not receiving Wildfire Magazine?Become a member of IAWF!Find out how at www.iawfonline.org/membership
