As an owner of property that was scorched in the Rockport fire, where neighboring cabins burnt to the ground, I wanted to take a moment to remind POA and HOA homeowners of fire danger. Studies have proven that embers can get swept up and catch nearby hillsides on fire up to two miles away.
Our POA and HOA boards have been developing a relationship with County Fire Commissioner. The Board is helping the County develop written contingency plans in the event of a fire emergency on the mountain. We will be disseminating additional information as our efforts progress.
In the meantime, please use common sense. Cut back grass and weeds with a string line trimmer. Remove any dead brush from around all structures on your property. As always, do not ignite fireworks on the mountain. Please be extremely cautious using any flammable materials. Never leave a fire unattended and always pour several buckets of water over the coals, even if you think they have cooled. You should be able to touch the coals with your bare hands.
Additional information relevant to Idaho, including fire-wise landscaping tips, can be found at www.utahfireinfo.gov.
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