Drones can be used to survey areas to develop more accurate maps. They can be equipped with heat sensors and used in search and rescue at far less cost than putting people out there searching for those lost. This post counts the beneficial uses of drones, or airborne robots.
Emergency preparedness is a necessary part of any well-functioning homestead. Here's what an Idaho family learned when a fire started less than a 1/4 mile away.
The author struggles to find foods to preserve for her family this year after drought and wildfire affected their gardening and foraging opportunities.
We use the winter to mitigate our wildfire exposure as opposed to the summer when we are involved with other needed tasks.
The fire moon shows up every year when the forest fires start up. Maggie Bonham has some recommendations for preparing to evacuate with animals.
Taking personal responsibility for private-property protection in light of ongoing climate change and the hazards associated with same.
A good idea that could work for wildfire mitigation.
Throughout the West, drought has led to a massive increase in wildfires, threatening the grass-fed beef industry in the U.S.
A contribution for wildfire mitigation.
How our community has planned ahead for wildfire contingencies.
How we have taken measures to mitigate and reduce our wildfire exposure.
Protect your home and yourself by making your property Firewise! Here are explanations on how to think of your property in zones and additional tips for protecting your home property.
We wade through deep snow to trim limbs and cut dead trees and nothing goes to waste.
How we prepared out homestead for the best wildfire prevention possible.