With fire season here, Project Wildfire takes this opportunity to remind residents in Central Oregon what they can do to help project their homes, properties and neighborhoods.
Deschutes County Forester and Chair of Project Wildfire Joe Stutler says, "Reducing brush and ladder fuels help reduce the intensity of a fire so firefighters can effectively suppress it and greatly decreases the potential for flames and embers to spread quickly to tress and structures."
Where are Your Most Vulnerable Places for Glowing Embers to Ignite Your Home?
Are your gutters free from debris such as pine needles, leaves and moss?
Clean them out. Despite a metal or asphalt shingle roof, the buildup of gutter debris provides necessary fuel for the glowing embers to ignite adjacent fascia boards or siding - most often made of wood.
Do your shrubs and weeds provide a path of fuel for fire to reach your trees or home?
Reduce shrubs and other "ladder fuels" around your home to reduce the threat of ground fires igniting nearby trees, or your home.
What can catch fire on your deck or patio or near your fence?
Remove weeds, shrubs or any combustible materials from around, under or on top of your deck, patio or wood fence. This includes toys, planters, construction materials, furniture and cushions along with even small piles of pine needles or leaves.
Is your wood pile near your home or other combustible vegetation?
Move wood piles at least 20 feet away from your home or other combustibles.
Do you have a wood roof?
If so, consider maintaining a charged water hose to keep the roof wet so falling embers are extinguished upon landing.
Do you have a long driveway (over 50 feet)? Make sure access to your property is clear for easy access of emergency equipment.
For additional tips, residents can visit www.firefree.org or www.firewise.org. For more information, contact Project Wildfire at 541.322.7129
skip to main |
skip to sidebar
About Us
In 1999, The Bailey and Crownover Family purchased High Country Disposal located in Redmond. They have grown to 27 employees. The Company has expanded curbside recycling services and introduced curbside yard debris recycling within the city limits.
High Country Disposal services the communities of Redmond, Terrebonne, Sisters, Black Butte Ranch and Camp Sherman.
HCD offers residential and commercial garbage & recycling, drop boxes, rent-a-bins, medical waste collection and document destruction.
Additionally, the ownership group owns and operates Bend Garbage & Recycling and Deschutes Recycling located at Knott Landfill.
The Company is dedicated to bettering our community by supporting charitable endeavors and participating in various community boards and service groups. Charitable efforts are focused on family, seniors, children, education and annual community events that support these areas.
The long-term vision for all companies is to keep it family owned. Children and grandchildren are already working after school and during the summer at the business, setting the stage for the next generation to continue the legacy.
The company’s mission statement, “Providing the finest waste disposal and recycling services” is regarded not only as a mission and a goal, but also as an opportunity to contribute to the community.
High Country Disposal services the communities of Redmond, Terrebonne, Sisters, Black Butte Ranch and Camp Sherman.
HCD offers residential and commercial garbage & recycling, drop boxes, rent-a-bins, medical waste collection and document destruction.
Additionally, the ownership group owns and operates Bend Garbage & Recycling and Deschutes Recycling located at Knott Landfill.
The Company is dedicated to bettering our community by supporting charitable endeavors and participating in various community boards and service groups. Charitable efforts are focused on family, seniors, children, education and annual community events that support these areas.
The long-term vision for all companies is to keep it family owned. Children and grandchildren are already working after school and during the summer at the business, setting the stage for the next generation to continue the legacy.
The company’s mission statement, “Providing the finest waste disposal and recycling services” is regarded not only as a mission and a goal, but also as an opportunity to contribute to the community.