SERVPRO of Yorba Linda/Brea - Preparing for Wildfires

5/8/2020 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of Yorba Linda/Brea - Preparing for Wildfires

Summer is right around the corner and with higher temperatures comes the risk of wildfires. Governor Newsom has issued a proclamation declaring May 3-9 as “Wildfire Preparedness Week” in the State of California. Residents interested In learning about how to prepare for wildfire season and which steps to take to ensure adequate defensible space around homes and building, can go to www.ReadyForWildfire.org and through the improved Ready for Wildfire web-based app. Please visit these resources to learn more about wildfire prevention.

Wildfires can damage hundreds of homes in its path and spread quickly thru a moving flame front. Burn patterns can be unpredictable and there are many factors that can influence fire behaviors such as weather conditions and topography. A wildfire can result in a total loss for a home or business in some cases or in mild smoke/ash damage and only partial loss in others.

After a wildfire impacts a community, the residual contaminants and pollutants can pose a health hazard. To free your property of these potential hazards such as smoke, ash and soot, cleaning should be safely performed by a professional. If your home or business is affected by a wildfire, SERVPRO of Yorba Linda/Brea is Here to Help®. SERVPRO of Yorba Linda/Brea specializes in the cleanup and restoration of residential and commercial property after a fire, smoke or water damage event.

Have a question about fire, smoke or soot damage? Call us today – 714-701-0207