While Northwest Oregon and the Willamette Valley had a wet spring, the remainder of the state is experiencing drought conditions. Conditions can change quickly, as we saw with the record-breaking heat and drought conditions in 2021.
The Lake Oswego Fire Department offers free home assessments for homes in the Wildland-Urban Interface. Assessments focus on the home ignition zone and provide recommendations for protecting your home from wildfire.
Recommendations may include:
- Remove flammable debris from your roof and gutters.
- Cut back tree limbs at least 10 feet from the roof line.
- Remove all combustible items from under your deck or porch.
- Plant fire-resistant plants.
- Keep grass mowed to less than 4 inches in height.
For questions or to request a home assessment, please get in touch with the Lake Oswego Fire Department at (503) 635-0275.