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Mat-Su Borough FireWise / Firewise Surveys and Free Wildfire Risk Ratings
Matanuska-Susitna Borough Department of Emergency Services / Central Mat-Su Fire Department · County program
Free wildfire risk ratings, home visits, and Firewise surveys
The borough offers free FireWise home visits, Firewise surveys, and wildfire risk ratings to help homeowners reduce fire risk. It’s a no-cost service, not cash, and focuses on defensible space and home ignition zone improvements.
Program details
How it works
The Matanuska-Susitna Borough’s FireWise program is described as a public education and home-assessment service managed by the Borough Department of Emergency Services. Borough staff provide home visits, Firewise surveys, and free wildfire risk ratings to homeowners across the borough.
What the service covers
The borough says the program teaches homeowners about:
- the home ignition zone
- defensible space
- ignition-proofing structures
- fire-resistant vegetation
The official FireWise page also says the program was the first in the Matanuska-Susitna Borough and references wildfire preparedness actions homeowners can take around the home.
What homeowners get
The source does not describe a cash payment, grant, or reimbursement. The value is the no-cost assessment and education meant to help homeowners understand where their property is vulnerable and what to improve.
How to apply
The official page does not provide a formal application process on the page we found. It indicates that staff are available for home visits and risk ratings.
Timing and deadlines
The source does not state any deadline, enrollment cap, or end date.
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