Be the Hero of Your Home: Join Ace Fire Defense for Wildfire Community Preparedness Day 2025, encourages focus on first five feet around home
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Wildfires don’t wait for an invitation—they strike fast, fueled by wind-driven embers that can turn a spark into a catastrophe in minutes. At Ace Fire Defense, we believe every homeowner deserves the power to protect what matters most. That’s why we’re proud to support Wildfire Community Preparedness Day on Saturday, May 3, 2025—a nationwide call to action that’s all about taking charge of your wildfire safety.
What Is Wildfire Community Preparedness Day?
Observed annually on the first Saturday of May, Wildfire Community Preparedness Day is a movement started by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) to unite communities in reducing wildfire risks. This year, on May 3, 2025, we’re joining forces with homeowners, first responders, and neighbors across the country to raise awareness and build resilience. Whether it’s clearing flammable debris or equipping your property with the right tools, this day is your chance to make a difference.
The 2025 campaign zeroes in on a critical step: clearing the 5-foot perimeter around your home—known as the Home Ignition Zone. Studies show that 90% of structure fires start from embers landing in dry leaves, wood piles, or vents. A small effort here can be the difference between safety and devastation.
Why It Matters More Than Ever
Wildfires are growing fiercer and more frequent. Experts predict a 33% increase in wildfire activity by 2050, and we’ve seen the proof in places like Lahaina, Hawaii, and Canada’s wildfire crisis. At Ace Fire Defense, we’ve been on the frontlines—born in the wildfire-prone Woolsey Canyon of Southern California, our founder, Sherwin “Ace” Ross, turned his experience fighting the Woolsey Fire into a mission to empower you.
We’ve fought wildfires the same way for decades, and it’s not enough. The destruction is worsening, but it doesn’t have to. With the right preparation, tools, and mindset, you can defend your home and community before the flames arrive.
How Ace Fire Defense Can Help
At Ace Fire Defense, we’re not just raising awareness—we’re arming you with solutions. Our professional-grade fire defense tools, like our Fire Safe Home Starter Bundle (featuring a fire hose, hydrant valve, wrench, and nozzle), are designed for homeowners to take control. Affordable, reliable, and FM-certified, these aren’t your average garden hoses—they’re built to tackle wildfire threats head-on.
Here’s how you can get started for May 3:
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Clear Your 5-Foot Zone: Rake away dry leaves, pine needles, and debris around your home’s foundation. Move firewood and mulch at least 30 feet away.
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Gear Up: Equip yourself with our fire hoses and hydrant tools to fight embers before they spread. A little training goes a long way—check out our resources at acefiredefense.com.
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Plan Together: Rally your neighbors for a community cleanup or safety workshop. Share evacuation routes and emergency contacts.
Make May 3 a Day of Action
Wildfire Community Preparedness Day isn’t just about awareness—it’s about action. Simply spend a few hours fortifying your property. Share our website and videos to your friends and neighbors. Every step counts.
Ace Fire Defense is here to serve you—because in serving each other, we become free. Let’s make May 3, 2025, the day we take back control from wildfires. You are the hero of your home, and we’ve got your back with the tools, knowledge, and grit to prove it.
Join us. Prepare now. Stay safe.
Follow us on LinkedIn or visit acefiredefense.com for more tips and to explore our wildfire defense products. Share your prep day plans with us using #AceFireDefense and #WildfirePrepDay2025—we’d love to cheer you on!