Join Smokey Bear in Protecting Our Forests and Grasslands
Only You Can Prevent Wildfires
Nearly 9 out of 10 wildfires are caused by people and could have been prevented.
Wildfire Prevention Tips
Do your part and protect our nation’s wildlands from unwanted human-caused fires by following Smokey's wildfire prevention tips.
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Drown, Stir, Drown, Feel
If your campfire is too hot to touch, it’s too hot to leave. Follow the drown, stir, drown, and feel method.
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Keep Burning Debris Piles Small
When burning backyard debris, keep piles small and manageable, and only burn during the right conditions.
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Don't Drive or Park on Dry Grass
Driving or parking on dry grass or tall weeds and letting your tow chains drag on roads or grass can spark a wildfire.
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Be Careful with Lawn & Power Tools on Hot Days
Check your equipment regularly and don't use them during unsafe weather conditions.
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Extinguish & Dispose of Hot Coals
Follow the drown, stir, drown, feel method to extinguish your coals and only toss them in metal containers.
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Protect Your Home
Prevent wildfires by attending to the objects, yards, vegetation, and deck around your home.
Home Safety Tips
The Story of Smokey Bear
For more than 80 years, Smokey Bear has taught generations of Americans about the importance of wildfire prevention. His powerful message, “Only you can prevent wildfires,” is at the heart of the longest-running public service announcement (PSA) campaign in U.S. history. Smokey has become a pillar in the protection of our nation’s wildlands and an American icon.
