Fires are natural phenomena that have impacted ecosystems for over 350 million years. However, with advancing climate change and growing human populations, wildfires have increased in size and severity across the world. Known as Wildfire, these events are unplanned and unpredictable, occurring in natural areas such as forests, grasslands, or prairies where people and wildlife intermingle with trees and shrubs.
Wildfires cause significant damage to communities and the environment. They can obliterate entire homes, damaging the foundation, structure, and supporting beams, as well as other buildings such as shops and schools. They can also destroy vehicles, equipment, and personal belongings. The loss of these items can be emotionally devastating and financially costly.
Even if your home survives, the damage caused by wildfires can reduce property values, resulting in expensive insurance premiums. Businesses face similar financial difficulties as they struggle to rebuild and replace lost inventory, equipment, and records.
Exposure to wildfire smoke can negatively affect your health, particularly in children and the elderly. Smoke contains particulate matter that can lodge deep in the lungs, causing breathing difficulties and aggravating existing conditions like asthma and emphysema. In addition, prolonged exposure to the chemicals in smoke can contribute to cardiovascular problems and other endocrine disorders. These complications can have a lasting impact on your quality of life and may require ongoing treatment and care.