A timely reminder for Washingtonians to prepare their homes and property for summer fires and smoke.
Leaders from San Juan Island Fire and Rescue, Lopez Island Fire District No. 4 and EMS, Orcas Island Fire & Rescue, San Juan County Fire Marshal’s Office, and the Washington Department of Natural Resources are here to show residents how to prepare for wildfires this summer and beyond.
Part of the readiness effort is connecting San Juan County residents to free resources and support through Wildfire Ready Neighbors, which is launching in San Juan County for the first time this May. To date, more than 5,000 Washingtonians statewide have received a free action plan through this effort.
I wanted to invite you to learn more at an upcoming wildfire readiness event on Wednesday, May 8 at 1:00pm PST at the San Juan Island Fire Department (full advisory with details below my signature).
During Wednesday’s event, hear from Fire Chief Monin (San Juan Island Fire District), Paul Andersson (San Juan Islands Conservation District), and WA DNR. There will also be a demo home visit on a real neighbor’s property to demonstrate simple wildfire ready actions residents can take. Then, residents can request their own home visit for free through Wildfire Ready Neighbors.
Please let me know if you’re interested in attending to see how this community is doubling down to get wildfire ready this Wildfire Awareness Month.
Thank you for considering,
Angie, on behalf of WA DNR
