As a matter of fact, dry conditions, steady winds and lower humidity have created ideal conditions for wildfires. The U.S. Drought Monitor<\/a> has most of Florida classified as, \u201cabnormally dry\u201d or experiencing a \u201cmoderate drought.\u201d<\/p>\n Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Adam H. Putnam\u00a0announced wildfires have already burned 250 percent more acreage in Florida during the first three months of 2017, than last year. \u00a0The Florida Forest Service<\/a>, a division of the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, reports forecasts are for hotter and drier conditions than usual throughout the state in the coming months.<\/p>\n The roof of your home and the perimeter surrounding your home are the most vulnerable to fires. \u201cIt is a good idea to keep your landscaping clean and watered,\u201d suggests Buck with GreatFlorida Insurance<\/a>, Florida\u2019s leading independent homeowners insurance<\/a> agency.<\/p>\n The Florida Forest Service is urging the public the use extreme caution when handling outdoor fires and heat sources. \u201cWe need a lot of self-awareness right now,\u201d he said. \u201cBe mindful of your barbecue grills and don\u2019t leave fires unattended,\u201d says Putnam.<\/p>\n Additional tips from the Florida Forest Service include the following.<\/p>\n In the event of a wildfire, do not hesitate to call 911<\/p>\n Never burn on a windy day<\/p>\n Avoid parking vehicles on dry grass<\/p>\n Keep water nearby when burning anything outside<\/p>\n GreatFlorida Insurance<\/a> provides dependable homeowners insurance <\/a>at affordable prices. Contact us today.<\/p>\n![\"se](\"https:\/\/www.greatflorida.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/se-fire-300x232.jpg\")
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