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According to the National Fire Protection Association, fire departments responded to 35 wildfires in 2008, which each resulted in $10 million or more in losses.

The following resources from U.S. Government agencies and nonprofit organizations can help you deal with fires.

What to do After a Wildfire
Steps to take after a wildfire
(FEMA)
Urwin and Wufi's Adventure with Wildfire Coloring Book
A coloring book for children describing what happens after a wildfire
(FEMA)
Asthma, Wildfires & Air Quality
Information for those with asthma to reduce and minimize exposure to wildfire smoke
(Centers for Disease Control)
Dealing with Wildfire Smoke
Information on how to protect yourself from wildfire smoke exposure
(Centers for Disease Control)
Wildfire Protection and Recovery
Resources and technical assistance to help prevent wildfires and revegetate burned sites
(Natural Resources Conservation Service Plant Materials Program)
Insurance Tips After a Wildfire
Information about handling insurance as well as the issues arising from replacement cost coverage compared to actual cash value policies
(State of Texas)
Wildfire Fact Sheets
Fact sheets on what to do before, during and after a wildfire
(American Red Cross)

Lake City, Fla., May 15, 2007 -- The Florida Bugaboo Fire
Lake City, Fla., May 15, 2007 -- The Florida Bugaboo Fire. (FEMA/Wolfe)