http://msue.anr.msu.edu/news/rss/info/wildfires en bernar84@msu.edu Copyright 2013 2013-05-21T19:09:25+00:00 http://msue.anr.msu.edu/news/sample_wildfire_hazard_zoning_helps_communities_protect_against_property_an http://msue.anr.msu.edu/news/sample_wildfire_hazard_zoning_helps_communities_protect_against_property_an#When:00:01:29Z Wildfires are common in Michigan, and individuals and local governments both play roles in addressing wildfire mitigation and protection to make communities safer. 2013-05-16T00:01:29+00:00 http://msue.anr.msu.edu/news/knowing_about_fire_behavior_can_protect_your_home_from_wildfire http://msue.anr.msu.edu/news/knowing_about_fire_behavior_can_protect_your_home_from_wildfire#When:23:37:54Z Every spring, homeowners should inspect their property to eliminate hazards that can burn their homes and damage their property from spreading wildfires. 2013-05-12T23:37:54+00:00 http://msue.anr.msu.edu/news/firwise_practices_aid_agricultural_producers http://msue.anr.msu.edu/news/firwise_practices_aid_agricultural_producers#When:19:00:13Z Rural locations in the vicinity of combustible fuel loads put farms at risk of loss from fires. Agricultural producers can reduce the chance of possible loss of structures and livestock by adopting Firewise practies. 2013-04-20T19:00:13+00:00 http://msue.anr.msu.edu/news/protecting_your_home_from_wildfire_is_an_ongoing_endeavor http://msue.anr.msu.edu/news/protecting_your_home_from_wildfire_is_an_ongoing_endeavor#When:19:16:55Z The spring wildfire season is delayed because of lingering snowstorms. However, homeowners should inspect their property to eliminate hazards that could lead to the can burn their homes and damage their property from spreading wildfires. 2013-04-04T19:16:55+00:00 http://msue.anr.msu.edu/news/michigan_wildfire_season_may_be_delayed_by_march_snowfall http://msue.anr.msu.edu/news/michigan_wildfire_season_may_be_delayed_by_march_snowfall#When:17:07:22Z Snowfall in March delays exposure of dry grasses, which reduces the risk of early spring wildfires in Michigan. 2013-03-16T17:07:22+00:00 http://msue.anr.msu.edu/news/organized_community_planning_and_education_can_enhance_home_safety http://msue.anr.msu.edu/news/organized_community_planning_and_education_can_enhance_home_safety#When:03:59:05Z Communities or homeowner groups working together within the Firewise Community Program can reduce risk of loss from wildfire or other catastrophic events. By teaming up, homeowners can protect their own residences and neighbor's homes. 2013-02-08T03:59:05+00:00 http://msue.anr.msu.edu/news/increase_home_safety_by_ensuring_access_and_identification_to_ownership http://msue.anr.msu.edu/news/increase_home_safety_by_ensuring_access_and_identification_to_ownership#When:15:31:31Z In emergency situations, first responders need to easily identify location and access points to be able to provide service efficiently. Weather-related conditions particularly snow conditions can make identification difficult. 2013-01-23T15:31:31+00:00 http://msue.anr.msu.edu/news/have_a_fire_wise_christmas http://msue.anr.msu.edu/news/have_a_fire_wise_christmas#When:19:22:46Z Explore tips and suggestions from Firewise educators to protect your home, family and community from fires started by holiday lights and decorations. 2012-12-21T19:22:46+00:00 http://msue.anr.msu.edu/news/dead_and_dying_trees_threaten_michigan_homes_and_rural_communities http://msue.anr.msu.edu/news/dead_and_dying_trees_threaten_michigan_homes_and_rural_communities#When:19:24:06Z Tree mortality from increased bark beetle activity poses an ever-increasing risk of wildfire loss to homes and communities in rural areas. 2012-12-05T19:24:06+00:00 http://msue.anr.msu.edu/news/mike_schira http://msue.anr.msu.edu/news/mike_schira#When:18:36:46Z Dead leaves and needles that accumulate in yards adjacent to buildings, on roofs and in eves pose a fire risk to structures when they dry out in the following spring wildfire season. 2012-11-06T18:36:46+00:00