Firewise USA Recognized Community
Star Ranch is proud to be a Firewise USA Recognized Community.
What is Firewise USA?
The national Firewise USA recognition program provides a collaborative framework to help neighbors get organized, find direction, and take action to increase the ignition resistance of their homes and reduce wildfire risks at the local level. Communities that meet voluntary criteria annually and maintain “In Good Standing” status may identify as a Firewise Site.
The program is administered by NFPA and co-sponsored by the USDA Forest Service and the National Association of State Foresters. Participation is entirely voluntary.
Our Commitment to Fire Safety
Under the guidance of the Star Ranch Firewise Committee, our community has undertaken initiatives to improve fire safety, emergency response, and planning — along with community outreach — to help safeguard lives, pets, homes, and property.
The Impact of Wildfires
The effects of wildfires are far reaching — humans, animals, vegetation, environment, water, and air quality along with the loss of property, crops, resources, animals, and people. Wildfires can disrupt transportation, communications, power and gas services, and the water supply.
There is little comparable to the experience of a wildfire. Let’s not let this happen at Star Ranch.
Fire Safety & Extinguisher Training Videos
Here are some short videos on types of fires and fire extinguisher handling techniques. Remember: PASS (Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep)!
Program Sponsors
The Firewise USA program is co-sponsored by: