Fire Adapted Communities: The Next Step in Wildfire Preparedness
Presenter: Corey Fraser, PE
Organization: American Concrete Pipe Association
Description: The Fire Adapted Communities Manual was developed to help communities located in fire-prone areas to require little assistance from fire fighters during a wildfire. It establishes preparedness best practices for communities to experience minimal damage during a wildfire and includes recommended infrastructure for emergency access.
Key Takeaways:
• Discuss how property damage can be minimized using fire resistant materials.
• Prepare an evacuation plan including evacuation routes.
• Identify which culverts should be used in local access and evacuation routes.
Access the Oregon State University (OSU) Fire Adapted Communities Manual: https://catalog.extension.oregonstate.edu/em9116
