Expressing support for the recognition of May 4 through May 10, 2025, as Wildfire Preparedness Week, the national event educating the public on fire safety and preparedness, and supporting the goals of a Wildfire Preparedness Week.

Key Points

• This resolution officially recognizes May 4 through May 10, 2025, as Wildfire Preparedness Week. It aims to teach people how to stay safe and prepare for fires before they start.
• The plan focuses on teaching families how to evacuate safely with their pets and how to manage trees and plants around their homes to prevent fires from spreading.
• Wildfires are a growing problem, with nearly 65,000 fires burning almost 9 million acres across the country last year. Most of these fires are started by people rather than nature.
• The resolution also highlights the health risks of wildfire smoke, which can cause heart and lung problems for both residents and the firefighters working on the front lines.

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