Forest Fires
A fire occurs if the following elements are present:
Fuel (plant cover).
Heat (spark or flame).
Oxygen.
These elements, when combined, form what is called the fire triangle.
Before the fire
– Remove flammable materials surrounding the house
– Identify evacuation routes and shelters
– Provide firefighting equipment (water points and pumps)
During the fire
– Call Civil Defense on 14
Close all windows and doors
Place wet towels and blankets around window and door frames
Wet vegetation near your home
Breathe into a damp cloth