Lightning Complex were issued in mid-August it meant to leave home as soon as possible in order to save lives. Make water sources accessibleHome hardening, a term used to describe the process of modifying a home to make it more fire-resistant, can help protect firefighters too. The Federal Emergency Management Agency recommends plugging a garden hose into a water line so fire departments can have access to it. You should identify and maintain water sources like hydrants, ponds and pools and make sure they are accessible. Clear your roof and guttersFEMA recommends regularly clearing your roof and gutters of dry leaves and other debris.

Source: New York Times September 10, 2020 21:56 UTC