Expressing support for the recognition of May 4 through May 10, 2025, as Wildfire Preparedness Week, the national event educating the public on fire safety and preparedness, and supporting the goals of a Wildfire Preparedness Week.

In 2024, nearly 65,000 wildfires burned almost 9 million acres across the U.S., and 2025 is already tracking above the 10-year average. About 85 percent of wildland fires are caused by humans, and the long-term health effects of wildfire smoke — which triggers asthma attacks, heart attacks, and strokes — are a growing public health concern, especially for firefighters exposed to smoke and hazardous chemicals on the job. This resolution supports designating May 4–10, 2025, as Wildfire Preparedness Week, and encourages communities to take preventive steps like evacuation planning, vegetation management, and limiting the use of combustibles during high-risk seasons.