Q: What does it mean to be Firewise? A: Simply put, it is being wise about living close to nature and the possibility of wildfire. One way to be Firewise, is to make your house Firewise! Q: So, how do you make your house Firewise? A: You do things that will help protect it from wildfire. Here are a few suggestions: Remove all of the things that could catch fire and burn easily, such as: leaves; broken branches; pine needles that are on your roof, around the house, or in the yard; firewood; gas; or other flammable items that are close to the house. Find & color the items in this picture that make the house not FIREWISE. - Leaves on roof - Broken branches on roof - Dead tree limbs in yard Answers: - Trash all over yard - Firewood too close to house - Gasoline stored too close to house - Oil leak in driveway - Weeds growing next to house - Grass needs cutting