Tahoe Douglas Fire

Tahoe Douglas Fire Protection District Official Account.

[Tahoe Douglas Fire @tahoefire]

May is National Wildfire Awareness Month — the perfect time to prepare for wildfire.
Get Defensive. Create Defensible Space.
🌻 Spring is the time to clear pine needles and reduce wildfire risk.
👩‍🚒 Free defensible space inspections are available online https://t.co/MNiFAFfHCM

[Tahoe Douglas Fire @tahoefire]

RT @NLTahoeFire: Thank You For Your Service! Welcome home to all the incident cooperators and partners on the #DavisFire (apologies if we m…

[Truckee Meadows Fire & Rescue @TMFPD]

⚠️#DavisFire Update
76% containment has been reached.
Maintained at 5824 Acres.
710 personnel on scene.

[Living With Fire Program (LWF) @NevadaLWF]

🚨 New evacuation warnings have been issued for the #DavisFire. Don’t wait until it’s too late—prepare now. Start by packing a go-bag and using our evacuation checklist linked below Stay safe and get prepared!

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[Tahoe Douglas Fire @tahoefire]

RED FLAG WARNING
Today, Saturday, 8/17/24, 11am-11pm.
All sources of open flame are prohibited.

[Sparky the Fire Dog @Sparky_Fire_Dog]

Cheers to @Smokey_Bear on his 80th birthday! 🥳 For 8 decades, Smokey has been inspiring people to practice wildfire safety. @Sparky_Fire_Dog is proud to reunite with Smokey to celebrate their shared mission of safety. Join us in honoring Smokey’s incredible legacy! #smokeybear80

[Smokey Bear @smokey_bear]

Happy Birthday to me! 80 years young, and still spreading wildfire safety fun. Cheers to eight decades of saying #OnlyYou can prevent wildfires!

#SmokeyBear80

[Living With Fire Program (LWF) @NevadaLWF]

While fire behavior is influenced by various factors like vegetation and weather conditions, wind reigns supreme as the main driver of wildland fires. In Washoe County, the infamous Washoe Zephyr winds often lead to unique fire behavior

Learn more at https://t.co/GGRiHiTxSK

[Living With Fire Program (LWF) @NevadaLWF]

It's smokey outside! 💨 Check the air quality near you and stay protected!

Link to air quality map: https://t.co/A570nriWiP

Learn how to protect yourself from poor air quality and more on our website! https://t.co/gaAJ9mDGIQ

[Living With Fire Program (LWF) @NevadaLWF]

Check out "Retrofitting a Home for Wildfire Resistance - Costs and Considerations" published by Headwaters Economics https://t.co/7mzuGgJ9v2

[US Fire Marshals @NAofSFM]

Stop Drop and Roll – Teach your children that if their clothes catch fire they should stop, drop, and roll. Stop immediately, drop to the ground, and cover your face with your hands. Roll over and over or back and forth until the fire is out. #StopDropRoll #KidsFireSafety

[Living With Fire Program (LWF) @NevadaLWF]

The area under the roof overhang of a house provides an entry point for flames if nearby debris is burning. Install soffits to reduce the vulnerability of this area. Learn more below.

https://t.co/n94FnJgz9K

[Living With Fire Program (LWF) @NevadaLWF]

Checkout our NEW Defensible Space Guide! https://t.co/8vZRETLdJU

[Living With Fire Program (LWF) @NevadaLWF]

Critical fire weather conditions increase the risk of a wildfire and can lead to a Red Flag Warning. Make sure to follow all instructions given by local emergency officials.
#LWF #WildfirePreparedness #UNRExtension
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[Living With Fire Program (LWF) @NevadaLWF]

Defensible space is when landscape and vegetation are managed on your property to reduce the wildfire threat. To receive a FREE defensible space inspection, contact your local fire agency. You can find your local fire agency and more info on our website!
https://t.co/rhavg16dZv

[Tahoe Douglas Fire @tahoefire]

@PlacerSheriff Sincere condolences

[Living With Fire Program (LWF) @NevadaLWF]

We challenge you to “Declutter Your Gutter” and receive a FREE YETI Mug! Take a “before” and “after” picture and email it to [email protected] or post it to social media using #NWAM2024 to receive your mug. *Limited supplies available, first come first serve*

[NWS Sacramento @NWSSacramento]

If you are planning on hitting the waters this weekend, remember the air may feel warm, but the water is running fast and cold! For water safety facts and tips, visit https://t.co/N0K5dcHGf8 #CAwx

[US Fire Marshals @NAofSFM]

It’s Easy to Live with Home Fire Sprinklers. Any house, any community, any water supply – home fire sprinklers make our communities safer. #HomeFireSprinklerWeek2023 #AskForHomeFireSprinklers

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[Tahoe Douglas Fire @tahoefire]

May marks the start of Wildfire Awareness Month. The campaign includes events and will run from May - October, highlighting the message: "Get Defensive - Create Defensible Space."
This year's theme included TDFPD’s very own Firefighter Djair Sancho.
#getdefensive