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Show C-7 The Park Record Expert weighs in on wildfire safety Landscape now to prevent problems if disaster occurs By Michael Kuhns USU Extension forestry specialist The recent tragic loss of more than 550,000 acres of forest and thousands of homes in Fort McMurray, Alberta, Canada, brings into focus the hazards that come with wildfire and its suppression and the risks firefighters take to protect life and property. They are tasked with protecting the growing number of structures between wildland and urban environments. Property owners can assist firefighters and improve their own safety by preparing their structures and landscaping for the possibility of a wildfire. The likelihood of a home burning is directly related to the amount of flammable material near it. The home and landscape near it are called the home ignition zone. A few hours of lightduty yard work are well worth the effort to protect this area. is not may be a hazard. From 60 to 100 feet out, the landscape should be clean and green, with dead leaves, needles and twigs removed. There should be few trees and shrubs in this zone, and trees should be pruned. To be effective, maintenance must be done on a regular basis, depending on the type and amount of vegetation. • Select appropriate species to grow in the home ignition zone. Evergreens and scrub oaks tend to be highly flammable, while aspen and most broad-leaved trees and shrubs are less flammable. Plants that are green and moist during the hottest, driest part of the year are best. • The wildlands beyond 100 feet should be thinned, and brush should not be dumped there. Many people do not control the land 100 feet or more from their home, but a plan can still be in place. Contact your neighbors and talk with them about safety and what you can do together. This includes individual neighbors, but may also include government neighbors like the U.S. Forest Service or the Bureau of Land Management. • Keep firewood, construction material and other flam- nect us to all living things on Earth? Genome: Unlocking Life's Code explores the mysteries behind the genome-the complete set of instructions all living things need to grow and function. In this high-tech, high-impact exhibition, you can: Find out how your genome reveals your ancestral past Investigate the cutting-edge genomic research that will revolutionize health care Add yourself to a genetic Trait Tree created by our community Participate in hands-on activities and meet local scientists in the Genome Zone Come discover the genomic revolution and what it will mean for YOU at the Natural History Museum of Utah. Genome: Unlocking Life's Code was developed and produced by the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History and the National Institutes for Health's National Human Genome Research Institute in association with Science North. For more information, visit nhmu.utah.edu/genome. popular singers Alex Boye and Lexi Walker in a music video cover of "Let It Go" from the Disney movie "Frozen." The video went viral with more than 78 million views and was named YouTube's Top Cover of 2014 and No. 1 Best Cover by Time Magazine. The Choir appeared on the 9th season of NBC's "America's Got Talent" at Radio City Music Hall, making it to the quarter-finals round. Most recently, the choir performed at the White House for President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama. The choir has also performed with artists such as David Archuleta, The Piano Guys, Kevin Olusola of Pentatonix, Peter Breinholt, Kurt Bestor, and Barry Manilow. In June of 2017, the Choir will tour to Paris and Normandy, France, to perform for the D-Day Commemoration. The Phoenix Children's Chorus has been transforming children's lives through choral music since 1984. Under the artistic direction of Ron Carpenter the organization provides quality choral music education to more than 350 children and teenagers annually. The award-winning Phoenix Children's Chorus has performed in Argentina, Austria, Germany, Ireland, Russia, Canada, Mexico, China, Italy, and throughout the United States serving as musical ambassadors representing the state of Arizona and the United States. The Chorus regularly performs with leading music organizations including the Phoenix Symphony, Arizona Musicfest, Musical Instrument Museum, and Live Nation Entertainment; and has been featured on National Public Radio's nationally syndicated show "From the Top." 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Be sure propane tanks are located at least 100 feet from any structure, and clear vegetation 10 feet around them. • Make sure emergency personnel can easily locate and identify your home. Be sure house numbers are clearly marked and visible. • Your driveway needs to be wide and clear so firefighters can enter it in an emergency, and they will need enough overhead and turnaround space to get in and out with equipment. • Take the time to protect your home. Homes that do not meet these minimum specifications are less likely to receive full consideration by firefighters since they pose an unnecessary risk to their safety and equipment. For a list of firewise plants and more information on landscaping to minimize fire hazard, visit USU Extension forestry's website at forestry.usu.edu or call 435-797-4056. CELEBRATING OVER 54 YEARS OF BUSINESS IN PARK CITY RED BANJO 50% OFF ANY SINGLE PIZZA Valid on dine in, to go. Must present coupon at time of order. 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