Preparing before California wildfire season gives households time to make clear decisions. The best work happens before red flag weather: evacuation planning, defensible space, roof and gutter maintenance, vent checks, and smoke readiness.<\/p>\n
Choose meeting places, identify multiple evacuation routes, prepare an out-of-area contact, and plan for pets, livestock, children, older adults, medication, and mobility needs. Practice the plan before an emergency.<\/p>\n
Register for local emergency notifications and keep wireless emergency alerts enabled. Keep phones charged during high-risk weather and store a paper list of contacts and routes.<\/p>\n
Pack medications, documents, chargers, water, masks, flashlights, first aid supplies, keys, cash, pet supplies, and basic clothing. Store supplies where they can be reached quickly.<\/p>\n
Remove dead vegetation, clean roofs and gutters, prune trees, clear debris under decks, and move combustible materials away from the home. Pay special attention to the first 5 feet around the structure.<\/p>\n
Wildfire embers can enter attic, eave, soffit, gable, dormer, foundation, and crawlspace vents. Inspect vents for damage, gaps, corrosion, or debris.<\/p>\n
V2 Vents is a FireStorm Building Products line manufactured by New Cal Metals. V2 Vents help block embers, heat, and flames while supporting airflow in wildfire-prone construction.<\/p>\n
People with heart or lung conditions, children, and older adults may need extra support during smoke events. Follow local health guidance and prepare clean-air options where possible.<\/p>\n
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