Tag: Reduce Wildfire Risk
Summer Threat: Fire Prevention and Safety
May is designated as Wildfire Awareness Month, and the risk of fires increases as we head into the summer season and warmer temperatures. Always check for fire restrictions in the area and take note that many areas have fire constraints during the dry season or when the fire risk is high. Avoid using flammable materials,… more Summer Threat: Fire Prevention and Safety
Minimizing the Risk of Wildfires
The photos on newspaper pages and Internet sites are dramatic – acres of timberland decimated by wildfires, along with images of charred trees and desolate acreage. So what can be done to minimize the risk? For Potlatch-owned properties, wildfires are relatively rare – occurring on less than 1/10 of 1 percent of our properties each… more Minimizing the Risk of Wildfires