Here's the scenario: an "Extreme Fire Behavior" alert was issued, and a fire near you began burning out of control. You followed you wildfire preparation plan and evacuated on time, but now the fire is over and you're ready to return home. Our advice? Put aside those feelings of wanting to get home as soon as possible, and be as methodical about planning your first visit back as you were planning your wildfire response .
After a wildfire, try to avoid making these mistakes:
Do not try to return to your home immediately after hearing on the news, online, etc. that the wildfire is over. Check with your community fire coordinator that the smoke in the air has cleared and it's safe to breathe before attempting to return to your house.
Have a tip we haven't covered above? Please leave a comment and we'll review for potential inclusion into this list. Stay safe, and remember to be methodical and react accordingly in the event tomorrow's wildfire ends up closer than you expected.
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