WHEREAS, wildfire significantly impacts Nevada's environmental, economic and social well-being; and

WHEREAS, residents must prepare to survive wildfire by ensuring proper management of vegetation surrounding the home and appropriate home construction and maintenance to resist ignition; and

WHEREAS, residents need to work together to prepare their homes and communities to survive wildfire and commit to becoming fire adapted; and

WHEREAS, residents can save precious time in an evacuation by preparing a go bag and family evacuation plan ahead of time; and

WHEREAS, educating the public about wildfire prevention, safety measures, and emergency response procedures is crucial in fostering a resilient and fire-adapted community; and

NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOE LOMBARDO, GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF NEVADA, do hereby proclaim May 2024 as

WILDFIRE AWARENESS MONTH IN NEVADA