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Utah Living With Fire
- OTHER CONSIDERATIONS:  YARD

Check Your Yard:

• Stack woodpiles at least 30 feet from all structures and clear away flammable vegetation within 10 feet of woodpiles.

• Locate propane tanks at least 30 feet from any structure and surround them with 10 feet of clearance.

• Remove all stacks of construction materials, pine needles, leaves, and other debris from your yard.

• Contact your local fire department to see if open burning is allowed in your area; if so, obtain a permit before burning debris.

• Where burn barrels are allowed, clear flammable materials at least 10 feet around the barrel; cover the open top with a non-flammable screen with mesh no larger than 1/4 inch.

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