Living with Fire

Living with fire.

See how fire shapes communities.

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Reactive approach

Vulnerable.

Unprepared. Chaotic.

Proactive approach

Resilient.

Organized. Prepared.

Explore how fire unfolds

Before
During
After
Reactive
Proactive
Before
During
After

Unprepared Communities

When fire prevention takes a backseat, communities face heightened vulnerability.

Limited Prevention

Limited Prevention

Minimal investment in preventative measures

Inadequate Planning

Inadequate Planning

Lack of comprehensive fire response plans

Resource Constraints

Resource Constraints

Limited allocation of resources for fire management

Crisis Management

When fires strike unprepared communities, chaos often follows.

Emergency Response

Emergency Response

Rushed and often chaotic emergency measures

Resource Strain

Resource Strain

Overwhelmed emergency services and resources

Communication Issues

Communication Issues

Challenges with clear public communication

Prolonged Recovery

The aftermath of fires in reactive communities often brings extended challenges.

Slow Recovery

Slow Recovery

Extended recovery timeline due to lack of planning

High Costs

High Costs

Significantly higher recovery and rebuilding costs

Limited Learning

Limited Learning

Minimal improvement in future fire readiness

Prepared Communities

Strategic preparation creates resilient communities before fires ever occur.

Prevention Measures

Prevention Measures

Active hazard reduction and prevention

Comprehensive Planning

Comprehensive Planning

Detailed fire management and response plans

Community Education

Community Education

Regular fire safety training and awareness

Coordinated Response

Proactive communities respond to fires with organization and precision.

Coordinated Response

Coordinated Response

Well-orchestrated emergency management

Resource Optimization

Resource Optimization

Efficient allocation of firefighting resources

Clear Communication

Clear Communication

Effective public information sharing systems

Efficient Recovery

After fires, proactive communities rebuild with purpose and efficiency.

Rapid Recovery

Rapid Recovery

Accelerated community restoration efforts

Cost Efficiency

Cost Efficiency

Lower overall recovery costs due to preparation

Continuous Improvement

Continuous Improvement

Analysis and enhancement of future readiness