• When landscaping, select materials and plants that help
contain fires
• Keep branches away from power lines
• Clear a 10-ft. area around propane tanks and barbecues
• Stack firewood at least 100 ft. away and uphill from your
home
• Prune tree branches and shrubs within 15 ft. of stovepipe or
chimney outlet
• Routinely clear roof and gutters
• Have a garden hose long enough to reach any area of your home
• Report hazardous conditions that could cause a fire
• Install and check smoke detectors on each level of your home
• Buy and know how to use a fire extinguisher (ABC type)
• Inspect chimneys at least twice a year
• Plan several escape routes away from your home
• Know your neighbors and their special needs during an
evacuation
• Assemble a disaster supply kit (easy to carry) for every
member of your family
• Keep important family documents in a waterproof container
For more information, call the Pasadena Fire Dept.’s Disaster
Preparedness Coordinator at 626-744-7276
