Hmm, I have a lot more fire retardant paint left still, so I guess I will keep on going. (siding is painted, working on eaves). The big issue with paint (as usual) is how labor intensive it is, especially on the undersides of the eaves (up on a ladder, arms up...). After it's all painted, will need to cure for 4-5 days before top coat. Intumscent paint, which provides significant protection from ignition. #random #disasterpreparedness #painting #wildfires

Mitigated one power outage/disaster issue. Sink screen, to prevent food bits from clogging up kitchen sink when disposal not functioning. Better to use this all the time anyway. #DisasterPreparedness

Generator safety PSA: ***DO NOT FILL UP A RUNNING GASOLINE GENERATOR***

Gasoline fumes are released when you refuel the tank, and there is a high risk of igniting those vapors from the hot exhaust of the generator. You should not only turn OFF the generator, but also WAIT FOR IT TO COOL DOWN.

(you can get devices to toggle tanks/etc. safely, but most people do not have this).

The worst time to cause yourself burn injuries (and worse yet, maybe set your neighborhood on fire) is during the middle of a disaster.

#DisasterPreparedness #generators #safety

Get it while it still exists!

New FEMA Guide to Climate Adaptation Planning (for Emergency Managers)

(link to follow)
#FEMA #DisasterPreparedness