Living with fire.
See how fire shapes communities.
Unprepared Communities
Before a fire strikes, reactive communities lack essential preparation and infrastructure.
Lack of Community Preparedness & Coordination
Community Disorganization
No evacuation plan, poor emergency coordination, and lack of fire-safe policies leave communities vulnerable.
Lack of Coordination & Awareness
Fire preparation is an afterthought—until it's too late. No communication plans or neighborhood networks leave communities exposed.
Weak Policy & Inadequate Resources
Underfunded fire departments, outdated fire codes, and poor enforcement of regulations put entire towns at risk.
Land & Vegetation Management
Overgrown, Unmanaged Fuel Loads
Thick, dry undergrowth, invasive species, and unchecked vegetation turn landscapes into tinderboxes waiting to ignite.
Lack of Prescribed Burns & Stewardship
When cultural burning practices and fire-adapted land management are ignored, wildfires become uncontrollable.
Infrastructure Failures
Flammable Homes & Infrastructure
Wood shingles, open vents, untreated decks—these homes are designed to burn.
Lack of Water Reserves
An empty well. A dry hydrant. When the fire arrives, there's no second chance.
Chaotic Response
During a fire, reactive communities struggle with disorganized emergency responses.
Emergency Response Challenges
Rushed Emergency Response
Last-minute evacuations lead to traffic jams and confusion as residents try to flee.
Overwhelmed Resources
Firefighters struggle with limited equipment and personnel spread too thin.
Difficult Recovery
After a fire, reactive communities face prolonged recovery and high costs.
Prepared Communities
Before a fire occurs, proactive communities invest in prevention and preparation.
Community Preparedness
Active Prevention Measures
Comprehensive prevention strategies reduce risk before fires can start.
Coordinated Community Planning
Well-developed evacuation routes and clear emergency procedures.
Community Education
Regular fire drills and community awareness programs prepare residents.
Coordinated Response
During a fire, proactive communities execute well-practiced emergency plans.
Effective Emergency Management
Coordinated Response
Emergency services work together efficiently through established protocols.
Resource Optimization
Strategic deployment of firefighting resources makes containment more effective.
Resilient Recovery
After a fire, proactive communities rebuild quickly with established plans.
Effective Recovery
Rapid Recovery
Pre-established recovery plans help communities rebuild more quickly.
Community Disorganization
In reactive communities, there is often no coordinated plan for fire emergencies. This lack of organization leads to chaotic responses when fires occur.
Key vulnerabilities include:
- Absence of evacuation plans
- Poor communication between agencies
- Lack of designated emergency shelters
- Residents unaware of safety procedures
Without community coordination, each household must fend for itself during a fire emergency, often leading to preventable losses.