Environmental Health Center

Fire Recovery Radio Scripts

Audio Version of Fire PSA File size is 129K

Andrews:
I'm Richard Andrews, director of the Governor's Office of Emergency Services. This is an EnvironMinute Disaster Advisory from our agency and the National Safety Council. :10

Announcer:
If a wildfire seems to be headed for your property, prepare to leave quickly. Before the evacation order, a few simple steps can help firefighters protect your home. Close any shutters or heavy drapes — they'll block some of the heat. Take down sheer curtains, which are more likely to catch fire. Leave doors unlocked, so firefighters can enter easily. And leave the lights on, so your house will be visible through the smoke. If you have a ladder, lean it against the roof, to give firefighters easy access. And keep your radio on. If fire officials say "Time to evacuate," leave right away. Your life is more valuable than your house. :34

Announcer:
This EnvironMinute Disaster Advisory was brought to you by the Teresa and H. John Heinz III Foundation. :05

For more information on the Fire Recovery Radio PSAs, e-mail hochc@nsc.org.