Firewise Around The Home
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- A.
Reduces a fire’s intensity
- B.
Creates less fuel for a wildfire
- C.
Makes it easy to mow
- D.
A and B
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What material is best used to enclose under-eave and soffit vents to prevent embers from entering the home?- A.
Metal wire mesh no larger than 1/8 inch
- B.
Metal plate
- C.
Metal wire mesh no larger than 1/4 inch
- D.
Aluminum foil sheets
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What flammable material should be moved 30 feet away from your home?- A.
Firewood stacks
- B.
Propane tanks
- C.
Overgrown shrubs
- D.
All of the above
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Why is it important to prune tree branches 6 to 10 feet from the ground?- A.
Less leaves and debris fall on the ground
- B.
Prevents wildfire from spreading to tree tops
- C.
Prevents the tree from burning down
- D.
Keeps tree limbs from falling on a house
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What Firewise safety tip helps protect your home from wildland fire?- A.
Creating an emergency evacuation plan
- B.
Clearing leaves and other debris from gutters, eaves, porches and decks
- C.
Storing lawn furniture away during red-flag warnings
- D.
B and C
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Ember or spark penetration to the home can happen through what means?- A.
Window screen
- B.
Missing or loose shingles/roof tiles
- C.
Open garage doors
- D.
All of the above
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What plants are recommended for Firewise landscaping?- A.
Seasonal, flowering plants
- B.
Waxy, short-leaved plants
- C.
Low-growing, low flammability plants
- D.
Tall weeds
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What area near the house should be clear of debris and other flammable materials?- A.
Garage
- B.
Under decks and porches
- C.
Pool
- D.
Driveway
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What kind of roofing material is considered “Class A” for the best fire resistance?- A.
Asphalt shingle
- B.
Concrete tile
- C.
Metal
- D.
All of the above
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What types of fuel breaks work well around a home’s perimeter?- A.
Gravel walkway
- B.
Driveway
- C.
Stone wall
- D.
All of the above
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