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firerisk081602.sPubDate = "6/27/2005 10:16:35 PM GMT";
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firerisk081602.appHeader = "Quiz: What's your fire risk?";
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firerisk081602[1] = new Array();
firerisk081602[1][0] = new Array("To get to my house, I am able to use:");
firerisk081602[1][1] = new Array("More than two public roads",'',0);
firerisk081602[1][2] = new Array("Two public roads ",'',1);
firerisk081602[1][3] = new Array("One public road ",'',2);
firerisk081602[1][4] = new Array("A private road ",'',4);

firerisk081602[2] = new Array();
firerisk081602[2][0] = new Array("The roads leading to my house:");
firerisk081602[2][1] = new Array("Are all-season multi-lane roads ",'',0);
firerisk081602[2][2] = new Array("Are all-season two-lane roads ",'',1);
firerisk081602[2][3] = new Array("Are all season one-lane roads ",'',3);
firerisk081602[2][4] = new Array("Is a seasonal road ",'',5);

firerisk081602[3] = new Array();
firerisk081602[3][0] = new Array("The roads leading to my house:");
firerisk081602[3][1] = new Array("Are relatively flat ",'',0);
firerisk081602[3][2] = new Array("Are on a slight incline ",'',1);
firerisk081602[3][3] = new Array("Are on a moderate incline ",'',3);
firerisk081602[3][4] = new Array("Are very steep ",'',5);

firerisk081602[4] = new Array();
firerisk081602[4][0] = new Array("The roads leading to my house:");
firerisk081602[4][1] = new Array("Have no bridges or bridges with 40-ton limits ",'',0);
firerisk081602[4][2] = new Array("Have bridges with 20- to 40-ton limits ",'',2);
firerisk081602[4][3] = new Array("Have a one-lane bridge ",'',3);
firerisk081602[4][4] = new Array("Have any bridges with a limit under 20 tons ",'',4);

firerisk081602[5] = new Array();
firerisk081602[5][0] = new Array("The road I live on:");
firerisk081602[5][1] = new Array("Is connected to other roads on both sides ",'',0);
firerisk081602[5][2] = new Array("Has a large cul-de-sac ",'',1);
firerisk081602[5][3] = new Array("Has a small cul-de-sac ",'',2);
firerisk081602[5][4] = new Array("Is a dead end ",'',4);

firerisk081602[6] = new Array();
firerisk081602[6][0] = new Array("My driveway:");
firerisk081602[6][1] = new Array("Would easily accommodate fire engines and emergency vehicles ",'',0);
firerisk081602[6][2] = new Array("Would allow some access to emergency vehicles ",'',3);
firerisk081602[6][3] = new Array("Would allow poor or no access to emergency vehicles ",'',5);

firerisk081602[7] = new Array();
firerisk081602[7][0] = new Array("The property directly around my house (within 200 feet):");
firerisk081602[7][1] = new Array("Is relatively flat ",'',0);
firerisk081602[7][2] = new Array("Has a moderate incline ",'',1);
firerisk081602[7][3] = new Array("Has a steep incline ",'',3);
firerisk081602[7][4] = new Array("Has a precipitous drop-off ",'',4);
firerisk081602[7][5] = new Array("Has a steep drop-off, and my home is atop a ridge ",'',5);

firerisk081602[8] = new Array();
firerisk081602[8][0] = new Array("The property directly around my house (within 200 feet):");
firerisk081602[8][1] = new Array("Gets even exposure to the sun ",'',0);
firerisk081602[8][2] = new Array("Gets exposure from the northwest to the northeast ",'',1);
firerisk081602[8][3] = new Array("Gets exposure from the southeast to the northeast ",'',2);
firerisk081602[8][4] = new Array("Gets exposure from the west to the southwest ",'',3);
firerisk081602[8][5] = new Array("Gets exposure from the southeast to the southwest ",'',4);

firerisk081602[9] = new Array();
firerisk081602[9][0] = new Array("The property directly around my house (within 200 feet):");
firerisk081602[9][1] = new Array("Has its grass mowed and/or green fields ",'',0);
firerisk081602[9][2] = new Array("Has hardwood forest ",'',1);
firerisk081602[9][3] = new Array("Has large conifer trees ",'',2);
firerisk081602[9][4] = new Array("Has unmowed grass, underbrush or conifer trees with limbs close to ground ",'',3);
firerisk081602[9][5] = new Array("Has significant forest debris or densely packed conifer trees ",'',5);

firerisk081602[10] = new Array();
firerisk081602[10][0] = new Array("The property directly around my house (within 200 feet):");
firerisk081602[10][1] = new Array("Has underground electrical cables ",'',0);
firerisk081602[10][2] = new Array("Has well maintained, above-ground cables ",'',2);
firerisk081602[10][3] = new Array("Has poorly maintained, above-ground cables ",'',4);

firerisk081602[11] = new Array();
firerisk081602[11][0] = new Array("The property directly around my house (within 200 feet):");
firerisk081602[11][1] = new Array("Has no dangerous land features nearby ",'',0);
firerisk081602[11][2] = new Array("Has steep slopes nearby ",'',2);
firerisk081602[11][3] = new Array("Has gullies or ravines nearby ",'',3);
firerisk081602[11][4] = new Array("Has canyons or a cliff “chimney” nearby ",'',4);

firerisk081602[12] = new Array();
firerisk081602[12][0] = new Array("My home:");
firerisk081602[12][1] = new Array("Has a metal or tile roof",'',0);
firerisk081602[12][2] = new Array("Has an asphalt or tar roof ",'',2);
firerisk081602[12][3] = new Array("Has pressure-treated wood shake shingles ",'',4);
firerisk081602[12][4] = new Array("Has untreated wood shake shingles ",'',5);

firerisk081602[13] = new Array();
firerisk081602[13][0] = new Array("My home:");
firerisk081602[13][1] = new Array("Has no eaves or decks, or has them enclosed ",'',0);
firerisk081602[13][2] = new Array("Has enclosed eaves, but open balconies or decks ",'',3);
firerisk081602[13][3] = new Array("Has open eaves, balconies or decks ",'',4);

firerisk081602[14] = new Array();
firerisk081602[14][0] = new Array("My home:");
firerisk081602[14][1] = new Array("Is more than 100 feet to the next structure ",'',0);
firerisk081602[14][2] = new Array("Is between 75-100 ft. to the next structure ",'',1);
firerisk081602[14][3] = new Array("Is between 50-75 ft. to the next structure",'',2);
firerisk081602[14][4] = new Array("Is less than 50 ft. to the next structure ",'',3);

firerisk081602[15] = new Array();
firerisk081602[15][0] = new Array("My home:");
firerisk081602[15][1] = new Array("Has a fire hydrant within 500 ft",'',0);
firerisk081602[15][2] = new Array("Has a fire hydrant within 1000 ft",'',1);
firerisk081602[15][3] = new Array("Has a draft well or accessible water source within 1000 ft. ",'',2);
firerisk081602[15][4] = new Array("Has no hydrants or other accessible water sources within a half-mile ",'',4);

firerisk081602[16] = new Array();
firerisk081602[16][0] = new Array("My home: ");
firerisk081602[16][1] = new Array("Has its house-street number displayed and visible from the road",'',0);
firerisk081602[16][2] = new Array("Has its house-street number hidden from the road ",'',1);

firerisk081602[17] = new Array();
firerisk081602[17][0] = new Array("My home:");
firerisk081602[17][1] = new Array("Is within 5 minutes of a fire station ",'',0);
firerisk081602[17][2] = new Array("Is within 10 minutes of a fire station ",'',1);
firerisk081602[17][3] = new Array("Is within 15 minutes of a fire station ",'',2);
firerisk081602[17][4] = new Array("Has no readily available fire service ",'',5);

firerisk081602[18] = new Array();
firerisk081602[18][0] = new Array("My home:");
firerisk081602[18][1] = new Array("Has a fire safety zone* and fire-resistant landscaping**  ",'',0);
firerisk081602[18][2] = new Array("Has some fire-resistant landscaping and a partial safety zone ",'',2);
firerisk081602[18][3] = new Array("Has fire-prone landscaping or lacks a fire safety zone ",'',5);

firerisk081602[19] = new Array();
firerisk081602[19][0] = new Array("On my property, I do the following:");
firerisk081602[19][1] = new Array("Never burn trash, leaves or other debris ",'',0);
firerisk081602[19][2] = new Array("Burn trash or debris one to two times per year ",'',1);
firerisk081602[19][3] = new Array("Burn trash or debris three or more times a year, or burn without a permit ",'',4);
firerisk081602[19][4] = new Array("Burn trash or debris at least once a month ",'',5);

firerisk081602[20] = new Array();
firerisk081602[20][0] = new Array("On my property, I do the following:");
firerisk081602[20][1] = new Array("Have no firewood, or keep it at least 100 feet from the house ",'',0);
firerisk081602[20][2] = new Array("Have firewood or woodsheds within 100 feet of the house ",'',2);
firerisk081602[20][3] = new Array("Have firewood next to the house ",'',4);
firerisk081602[20][4] = new Array("Have firewood stored under eaves or on my deck ",'',5);

firerisk081602.profiles = new Array();var i=0;
firerisk081602.profiles[i++]= new Array(0,20,"<font color=#cc0000>Low fire danger</font><br> Either you&#146;ve already prepared your property against fire, or your fire risk is low. Consider yourself ahead of the curve. If you live in an area with wildfire risk, you may still want to speak to the local fire department about general risks and evacuation routes. Better yet: Make sure your friends and neighbors follow in your path and take precautions themselves.<P><font color=#cc0000>Fire safety tips</font></b><ol><li>Your roof should be made of metal, stucco, slate or composite materials.  If you insist on using wood shingles, such as cedar shake, make sure they've been treated with a fire retardant.<li>Your home siding should also be fire resistant.  Metal, brick, stone and stucco are far better than a wooden exterior.  If you have a wood exterior, make sure to treat it with fire retardants.<li>Clean your roof and gutters of flammable debris, including leaves and pine needles.<li>Remove any tree limbs within 10 feet of your chimney or stovepipe. Make sure flue openings are covered with small mesh or other protective grates.<li>Landscaping should be spaced so that fire has no clear path to burn up to the house or nearby plantings.<li>For a distance wide enough to prevent leaping embers from starting fires &#151; perhaps 150 feet or so &#151; make sure your ground is clear of dead trees and plants, the landscaping is well spaced and trees have been thinned out.<li>Trim any tree branches up to 15 feet in height. <li>A \"fuel break\" &#151; devoid of any burnable material &#151; should be maintained around any building on your property.<li>Soak fireplace ashes or barbeque coals in water before disposing of them. <li>Store gasoline only in an approved container and far from any occupied buildings. Keep propane tanks far from buildings and make sure the area around them is clear of flammable plant material.<li>Any burnable material, including firewood, picnic tables and boats, should be kept away from all buildings.<li>Keep your garden hose connected to the water spigot throughout fire season.<li>All the roads to your property and your driveway should be at least 16 feet wide to allow emergency vehicles through. Make sure your house address is visible.<li>Keep fire tools on the property: A ladder that can reach the roof, a sturdy shovel, a rake and a large water bucket all will help.<li>Your home should have at least two entrances and exits. </ol>");
firerisk081602.profiles[i++]= new Array(21,40,"<font color=#cc0000>Medium fire danger</font><br>You&#146;ve taken some steps to make your home safe, but there&#146;s always more to do.  Consider the wildfire risk in your local area. Run through our checklist below and make sure you&#146;ve taken all possible precautions. If you live in a remote location, speak with local fire officials about the best evacuation options. Make personal fire safety plans and be sure everyone who lives with you knows it.<P><font color=#cc0000>Fire safety tips</font></b><ol><li>Your roof should be made of metal, stucco, slate or composite materials.  If you insist on using wood shingles, such as cedar shake, make sure they've been treated with a fire retardant.<li>Your home siding should also be fire resistant.  Metal, brick, stone and stucco are far better than a wooden exterior.  If you have a wood exterior, make sure to treat it with fire retardants.<li>Clean your roof and gutters of flammable debris, including leaves and pine needles.<li>Remove any tree limbs within 10 feet of your chimney or stovepipe. Make sure flue openings are covered with small mesh or other protective grates.<li>Landscaping should be spaced so that fire has no clear path to burn up to the house or nearby plantings.<li>For a distance wide enough to prevent leaping embers from starting fires &#151; perhaps 150 feet or so &#151; make sure your ground is clear of dead trees and plants, the landscaping is well spaced and trees have been thinned out.<li>Trim any tree branches up to 15 feet in height. <li>A \"fuel break\" &#151; devoid of any burnable material &#151; should be maintained around any building on your property.<li>Soak fireplace ashes or barbeque coals in water before disposing of them. <li>Store gasoline only in an approved container and far from any occupied buildings. Keep propane tanks far from buildings and make sure the area around them is clear of flammable plant material.<li>Any burnable material, including firewood, picnic tables and boats, should be kept away from all buildings.<li>Keep your garden hose connected to the water spigot throughout fire season.<li>All the roads to your property and your driveway should be at least 16 feet wide to allow emergency vehicles through. Make sure your house address is visible.<li>Keep fire tools on the property: A ladder that can reach the roof, a sturdy shovel, a rake and a large water bucket all will help.<li>Your home should have at least two entrances and exits. </ol>");
firerisk081602.profiles[i++]= new Array(41,60,"<font color=#cc0000>Significant fire danger</font><br>The bad news: If wildfires burn in your area, your home is far from safe.  The good news: There&#146;s plenty you can do to reduce your risk.  Take a look at our checklist and make sure you&#146;ve taken all the precautions. Ask local officials about any wildfire risk reduction programs they may have; if none exists, consider starting one. Programs like <a href=http://www.firewise.org/ target=fire>Firewise</a> can help you on your way.<P><font color=#cc0000>Fire safety tips</font></b><ol><li>Your roof should be made of metal, stucco, slate or composite materials.  If you insist on using wood shingles, such as cedar shake, make sure they've been treated with a fire retardant.<li>Your home siding should also be fire resistant.  Metal, brick, stone and stucco are far better than a wooden exterior.  If you have a wood exterior, make sure to treat it with fire retardants.<li>Clean your roof and gutters of flammable debris, including leaves and pine needles.<li>Remove any tree limbs within 10 feet of your chimney or stovepipe. Make sure flue openings are covered with small mesh or other protective grates.<li>Landscaping should be spaced so that fire has no clear path to burn up to the house or nearby plantings.<li>For a distance wide enough to prevent leaping embers from starting fires &#151; perhaps 150 feet or so &#151; make sure your ground is clear of dead trees and plants, the landscaping is well spaced and trees have been thinned out.<li>Trim any tree branches up to 15 feet in height. <li>A \"fuel break\" &#151; devoid of any burnable material &#151; should be maintained around any building on your property.<li>Soak fireplace ashes or barbeque coals in water before disposing of them. <li>Store gasoline only in an approved container and far from any occupied buildings. Keep propane tanks far from buildings and make sure the area around them is clear of flammable plant material.<li>Any burnable material, including firewood, picnic tables and boats, should be kept away from all buildings.<li>Keep your garden hose connected to the water spigot throughout fire season.<li>All the roads to your property and your driveway should be at least 16 feet wide to allow emergency vehicles through. Make sure your house address is visible.<li>Keep fire tools on the property: A ladder that can reach the roof, a sturdy shovel, a rake and a large water bucket all will help.<li>Your home should have at least two entrances and exits. </ol> ");
firerisk081602.profiles[i++]= new Array(61,102,"<font color=#cc0000>Profound fire danger</font><br>If you live in a wildfire-prone area, there&#146;s no time to lose: Get prepared today.  Your home is likely to burn if a fire comes your way.  Start with our checklist of risk-reduction activities, and contact your local fire officials to find out what else would make your home safer.  Talk with your neighbors and establish safety plans in case of an approaching fire. Make sure your community has a wildfire risk-reduction program in place; if it doesn&#146;t start one. National programs such as <a href=http://www.firewise.org/ target=fire>Firewise</a> can help.<P><font color=#cc0000>Fire safety tips</font></b><ol><li>Your roof should be made of metal, stucco, slate or composite materials.  If you insist on using wood shingles, such as cedar shake, make sure they've been treated with a fire retardant.<li>Your home siding should also be fire resistant.  Metal, brick, stone and stucco are far better than a wooden exterior.  If you have a wood exterior, make sure to treat it with fire retardants.<li>Clean your roof and gutters of flammable debris, including leaves and pine needles.<li>Remove any tree limbs within 10 feet of your chimney or stovepipe. Make sure flue openings are covered with small mesh or other protective grates.<li>Landscaping should be spaced so that fire has no clear path to burn up to the house or nearby plantings.<li>For a distance wide enough to prevent leaping embers from starting fires &#151; perhaps 150 feet or so &#151; make sure your ground is clear of dead trees and plants, the landscaping is well spaced and trees have been thinned out.<li>Trim any tree branches up to 15 feet in height. <li>A \"fuel break\" &#151; devoid of any burnable material &#151; should be maintained around any building on your property.<li>Soak fireplace ashes or barbeque coals in water before disposing of them. <li>Store gasoline only in an approved container and far from any occupied buildings. Keep propane tanks far from buildings and make sure the area around them is clear of flammable plant material.<li>Any burnable material, including firewood, picnic tables and boats, should be kept away from all buildings.<li>Keep your garden hose connected to the water spigot throughout fire season.<li>All the roads to your property and your driveway should be at least 16 feet wide to allow emergency vehicles through. Make sure your house address is visible.<li>Keep fire tools on the property: A ladder that can reach the roof, a sturdy shovel, a rake and a large water bucket all will help.<li>Your home should have at least two entrances and exits. </ol>");

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