05/31/2026
With the warm and beautiful days here, many people are spending time outside working in their yards and getting things looking good for summer. But while you’re outside, have you thought about whether first responders could quickly and safely reach your home during an emergency?
Overgrown trees, blocked driveways, hidden addresses, and narrow access points can delay emergency responders when every second matters. Taking a few minutes now to check your property could make a major difference during an emergency situation.
Here are a few important things to look at around your home or property:
• Make sure your address is clearly visible from the roadway. Both day and night.
• Trim low-hanging tree limbs and overgrown bushes around driveways and entrances.
• Keep driveways clear and wide enough for emergency vehicles to access.
• Avoid parking vehicles or placing objects that could block emergency access.
• Ensure gates can be opened quickly if emergency crews need to enter.
Fire trucks, ambulances, and rescue vehicles are much larger than regular vehicles and need enough room to safely reach you when help is needed most. Help us help you by making sure your property is accessible before an emergency happens.
