Over the last 25 years the population of Summit County has tripled, with much of this new development occurring in forested areas that have, or are anticipated to have, a high risk of wildfire. In an effort to minimize the risk of wildfire occurrence in these areas, the community has expressed their desire to take appropriate measures to promote forests that not only have a reduced risk of wildfire but that are diverse and healthy.
Given this community desire and the recognition that resources to address this concern are limited, the County, fire districts, State and U.S.D.A. Forest Service, towns, the Northwest Colorado Council of Governments and others joined forces to develop this Summit County Community Wildfire Protection Plan (SCCWPP).
Summit Safety Tips[pdf]
50 Things You Can Do[pdf]
Wildfire Safety Tips[pdf brochure]
High Country Conservation Center (information for woody debris disposal)
Rocky Mountain Wildland Fire Information
Firewise Communities Program
Colorado State Forest Service
National Database of State and Local Wildfire Hazard Mitigation Programs
http://www.fireveil.com/products/supression.html
http://www.barricadegel.com/
http://www.flameguardgel.com/Homeowners.htm
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