To the Editor:
May 2 is National Wildfire Community Preparedness Day, a campaign that aims to make our communities a safer place to live. While wildfires are not common in New Jersey as compared to many western states, those who live in woodland areas can take steps to protect their homes and neighborhoods if a forest fire approaches:
• Remove dry, dead vegetation, such as leaves and pine needles, from your gutters, roofs and within 30 feet of your home.
April 30, 2015
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