7 Hilarious Signs You're In A High Fire Area In Utah

Woah, we are in a high risk area for fires. It seems everywhere you turn there is fire danger. Here are 7 signs that you are in a volatile fire area in Utah.

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1. When you say your coworker is on fire, the fire crew is dispatched.
Be careful with those compliments this year, the slightest reference to someone being hot or on fire could activate an emergency plan.

2. S’mores Are a No-Go
Craving some gooey marshmallow goodness? Forget it! The local fire ban means your dreams of a cozy campfire and s’mores are toast. You’ll have to stick to microwave s’mores, which, let’s be honest, just aren’t the same.

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3. Fire Trucks Have VIP Parking
In your neighborhood, fire trucks have their own reserved parking spots, and you know all the firefighters by name. It’s like having your own personal emergency response team always ready for action.

4. The Air Smells Like a BBQ Pit
You’ve become so accustomed to the smell of smoke in the air that you no longer crave BBQ ribs. The constant smoky aroma has you perpetually checking to see if someone left the grill on.

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5. Your Garden Hose is a Precious Asset
Forget fancy sports cars or the latest gadgets. In a high fire area, the real status symbol is a high-powered garden hose. Extra points if it’s long enough to reach the whole house and has multiple spray settings.

6. Evacuation Drills are a Family Tradition
While others might have game nights, your family gathers for regular evacuation drills. You’ve got your go-bags packed, routes mapped, and can execute a flawless fire drill in under five minutes.

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7. Scorched Earth Landscaping is Trendy
Blackened trees and charred bushes are the latest in landscape design. Why bother with green plants that need watering and could burn? You’re ahead of the curve with your minimalist, fire-resistant yard.

Living in a high fire area in Utah comes with its quirks, but at least you’ve got plenty of dry humor to go around, which is another no no in our high fire risk areas.