Lowe's Offers Tips for Protecting Property From Wildfires; California Residents Look for Ways to Keep the Flames Away
October 27 2003 - 11:58AM
PR Newswire (US)
Lowe's Offers Tips for Protecting Property From Wildfires;
California Residents Look for Ways to Keep the Flames Away
MOORESVILLE, N.C., Oct. 27 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- As wildfires
in Southern California continue to rage, consuming more than
280,000 acres so far, Lowe's has frozen prices at 19 of its stores
in the region. The natural disaster price suspension policy insures
customers in the San Bernardino Valley that prices will not
increase on emergency items like shovels, hoses, and buckets that
may be necessary in protecting their homes and property from the
wildfires. Lowe's is also offering tips to help homeowners beat the
blaze. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20000720/LOWES )
When a Wildfire Threatens: * Listen to local radio and television
and be ready to evacuate * Keep pets close in case of evacuation *
Open fireplace damper and close fireplace screens * Close all
windows, vents, doors, noncombustible window coverings and heavy
drapes. Remove flammable drapes and curtains. * Move flammable
furniture into the center of the home * Clear firewood, brush and
debris from your home creating 30 feet of defensible space * Clear
the roof and gutters of debris that may be ignited * Evacuate when
told to do so by local officials If Time Allows, Follow These Tips
to Help Protect Your Home on the Outside: * Seal attic and ground
vents with precut plywood or commercial seals * Remove combustible
items from around the house * Connect the garden hose to outside
taps and wet the roof and shrubs During an Evacuation: * Wear
protective clothing and a handkerchief to protect your face * Lock
your home * Have a disaster Supplies Kit (important papers, food,
emergency items like flashlights, etc..) and choose a route away
from fire hazards After the Wildfire: * Inspect the roof
immediately and extinguish any sparks, embers or smoldering debris
to prevent the fire from relighting * Recheck for smoke and sparks
throughout the home including attic * Wet debris to minimize
breathing dust particles * Photograph damage before completing
repairs and keep receipts for insurance claims About Lowe's: Lowe's
is a proud supporter of the American Red Cross, United Way of
America, Habitat for Humanity International and the Home Safety
Council, in addition to numerous non-profit organizations and
programs that help communities across the country. Lowe's
Charitable and Educational Foundation awards more than $1.5 million
annually to individuals and organizations across the United States.
Lowe's also encourages volunteerism through the Lowe's Heroes
program, a corporate-wide employee volunteer program addressing
unintentional home injuries. Lowe's, a Fortune 100 company with
sales of $26.5 billion, has more than 900 stores in 45 states. For
more information, visit Lowes.com. EDITOR'S ADVISORY: Lowe's
experts in your area are available for interviews and
demonstrations on how local residents can protect their homes from
wildfire damage. Please contact Jennifer Stanbery in the Lowe's
Public Relations department to arrange an interview. (LOW)
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CONTACT: Jennifer Stanbery of Lowe's Companies, Inc.,
+1-704-758-2298, or e-mail, , or Amy White of Golin-Harris,
+1-704-895-3037, or e-mail, , for Lowe's Companies, Inc. Web site:
http://www.lowes.com/
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