Fire
Firewise
On June 3, 2016, ETHOA achieved national Firewise Communities/USA recognition status with the cooperation of Medford Fire-Rescue and the Oregon Department of Forestry, making us the first Firewise Community in Medford! The Eagle Trace Subdivision will receive outdoor signs to be placed in high-visibility locations in our community. These signs will denote our current active status in the program. After annual renewal requirements have been met during the first quarter of each year, new sign decals will be received every calendar year.
A recognized Firewise Community is one that is engaged in wildfire risk reduction activities. The recognition encourages neighbors to work together to reduce the risk in their area. It is driven by community involvement with the goal of making the neighborhood safer with properties and homes more resistant to wildfire. Visit the Firewise Facebook Page to connect with experts and other communities.
Benefits of becoming a Firewise community
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Creates more defensible space by reducing flammable fuels in the neighborhood
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Improves property value while reducing the risk of loss
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Enhances community relationships with local fire agencies
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Encourages good neighbors
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Promotes peace of mind (you have done everything you can to prepare your home and property for a wildfire)
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Opens up possible grant opportunities
For more information, visit: www.firewise.org
Evacuation & Wildfire