May 4 was Wildfire Community Preparedness Day. Even in Washington, those on the frontlines of wildfires said they are now prepared year-round.
"We're seeing fires in areas that we don't anticipate. We are seeing fires at a time of the year that is uncommon," said Michelle Steinberg, Wildfire Division Director for the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). Now is a good time to identify fire hazards around your home. Some ideas include cleaning out dry debris in your gutters and clearing out overgrown vegetation around your home.
"This is basically trying to address what ends up being fuel for the wildfire in our communities which can be anything from the structures themselves to the vegetation on our landscapes," said Steinberg.