Protect Your Home During Forest Fire Season

Summer's here and with the hot, dry weather comes increased risk as our forests become kindling just waiting for a spark.

Many homes are located in or around heavily forested areas, so it’s important to take precautions to help prevent or lessen the impact of devastating forest fires.

There are approximately 2,000 fires each year in the province and almost half are caused by people. Now is the time to take steps in protecting your home from a wildfire emergency.

Tips to keep your home and family safe

• Safeguard Your Home Download this guide to enhance safety around your house.
• Record your belongings. Write a checklist, take photos, or even shoot a video of your home and keep your documents safe preferably outside your home such as a safe deposit box.
• Schedule an insurance check-up. Contact your home insurance agent to ensure your policies are accurate, current, and provide the coverage you need. During natural disasters such as wildfires, insurance companies may have temporary restrictions on new or upgrading policies.
• Understanding Home Insurance and Wildfires Commonly asked questions from BCAA home insurance policyholders regarding their coverage.