Fire Prevention in Farms & Ranches Preparedness Guide

Fires are hazards that affect the lives of many, but they’re also often preventable. A report on farm animals by The Poultry Site notes more than 1.4 million farm animals, including nearly 1.3 million cage-free hens, have perished in preventable barn fires in 2020. Some of these were caused by electrical malfunctions, such as improperly placed or… Continue reading Fire Prevention in Farms & Ranches Preparedness Guide

Water Scarcity and Fire Suppression

In 2021, 58,985 wildfires burned over 7.12 million acres in the US, compared to just 18,229 wildfires and 1.32 million acres lost in 1983 when official record-keeping began (NIFC). An unimaginable amount of water is used every day for mitigation and response solutions.  Over the past years, drought conditions have substantially increased and continue to… Continue reading Water Scarcity and Fire Suppression

Wildfire Preparedness. Is Your Prep Plan in Place?

Wildfire season is among us and it’s critical to be prepared with the right plans, tools and supplies. Given the COVID-19 challenges of this past year, connecting with your community to prepare will look a little different this year. Right now, is the perfect time to focus on getting your home wildfire ready while maintaining… Continue reading Wildfire Preparedness. Is Your Prep Plan in Place?