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:
The best way to stop the relentless advance of a raging fire is with plenty of open space. That's why it's important to clear away brush and vegetation around your home. The amount of open space you need depends on where you live. If you live on a steep slope or hillside, you'll need to take extra precautions. Remember, if you live in a canyon, heat and combustion are funneled uphill. The slope preheats before the fire arrives. So trees and grass almost explode when touched by flames. The steeper the hill, the faster the fire ... and the more space you'll need to protect your home. To learn more, contact your local fire department. :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.