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The sad truth is that nearly 9 out of 10 wildfires are still caused by humans:
- In 2014 there were 7,933 wildfires caused by lightning, but 55,679 wildfires caused by human error (as reported to the National Interagency Fire Center).
- In 2014 more than 3.5 million acres burned due to wildfires in the U.S. of those, more than 1.5 million acres burned due to human-caused wildfires.
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Posted by Smokey Bear on Thursday, October 8, 2015
Although most of us don’t behave this way intentionally, each year we learn of devastating wildfires caused by careless behavior which can impact millions of acres of forest and thousands of homes.
We can also be more responsible in our homes when it comes to fire safety as well. Half of home fire deaths result from fires reported between 11 p.m. and 7 a.m. when most people are asleep. Only one in five home fires was reported during these hours.
How Can You Stay Safe
- Learn how to build a SAFE campfire to prevent wildfires
Campfire Safety - See how easily burning debris can start a wildfire
Debris Burning - Understand how proper equipment maintenance can reduce wildfires
Equipment Maintenance - Safety is not only important indoors, but also around your property and community
Community Fire Safety - How to prevent and detect fires inside your home
Home Fire Safety
Take The Pledge
Pledge to be smart when using fire outdoors so you can do your part to prevent wildfires.
- Understand why some wildfires are caused by careless behavior
It Could Be You - Sign up to Take the Pledge
- National Tally
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One Winner will Win a $100 Amazon Giftcard!
Giveaway begins November 5th, 2015 at 5pm EST and ends November 19th, 2015 at 11:59 pm EST.
Open to US residents age 18 and older.
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I have never been effected by wildfires! It’s important to completely sure the fire is out before leaving, when you go camping!
I dont personally know anyone that has been effected by a wildfire, but a good way to prevent fires is to never throw a lit cigarette out a car window.
no i never have
no i have neverhad that happen
I don’t know anyone who has been affected by wildfires. Around here, it can be very dry around July 4th. People are advised not to light fireworks near grassy areas, and always ensure all fireworks are properly extinguished after use.
We never use our burn barrel on dry days and we always make sure the fire is out when done burning.
I do not directly know anyone affected by wildfires.
I’ve never known anyone affected by wildfires but I do remember seeing and hearing about them often when I liked in California.
I don’t personally know anyone affected by a wildfire, but my tip would be to not start fires in dry areas!
I don’t know anyone who has been affected by wildfire, my tips are to always model good habits to others, especially kids!
The biggest problem around here is people starting fires and then thinking they put them out but really they haven’t. That’s the biggest tip. I don’t know anyone who has been personally affected by a wild fire but there have been a few close calls.
The best prevention to fire safety is be the role model for your kids & friends/FAM! If they see u do it the correct way or correct their mishaps is the first step to spreading safety!
In order to prevent wildfires, make sure to put your campfire out COMPLETELY before you go to sleep. Also, keep a gallon of water and a shovel by your campfire. I haven’t been affected by a fire, but there are so many people who have lost their homes recently in California wildfires.
We’ve had some large brush fires caused by cigarettes but nothing as disasterous as a wildfire.
I do not know someone in particular that had damage by wildfires but they do occur where I live which is a very rural and wooded part of Texas.
We keep fires properly contained and make sure they’re fully extinguished before leaving. I don’t know anyone personally who has been affected by wildfires.
We live in the desert and MUST be extremely vigilant in keeping the weeds pulled and eliminating any dry brush around our house. And, yes, my family and I had to evacuate our property for one week during the Monument Fire in southern Arizona in 2011. Although no one was injured, over 60 homes were lost to this fire, all due to a group of careless young people at the border of Mexico. So sad.
no i don’t
I do not know anyone that has been effected by wildfire. My tip would be to pay attention to the No Burn warnings that the DNR puts out and make sure that you and your family, friends and neighbors follow it.
Fortunately, I’ve been lucky enough to not have anyone close to me affected by the wildfires, but prevention is something that we should all do our part in! Even little things, such as not throwing your cigarette butts out of the car window, instead of using an in-car ashtray. Little things like that can help a lot more than people think!
Don’t throw your cigarette butts into any wooded area. Always dispose of cigarette butts in your trash.
Just wanted to say be the one in your family that needs to teach and reminds our children fire safety
I have some family members that live in Southern California and have had wildfires come pretty close to their homes. My tip is to never throw cigarette butts out of your car windows….you never know where they’ll land.
We almost lost our home to the wildfires in WA this summer. Fire came up right on our property line, many of our neighbors lost everything they had. We take fire safety VERY seriously. Keep clutter away from the outside of your home, and trim back trees.
Keep grass weeds and any dry growth around your property cut low. I live in AZ now but lived in CA at one time. Remember being stuck in traffic as fire consumed the trees to one side very scary.
no I don’t
When we go camping we’re always sure the fire is completely out before going to bed or leaving.