Wildfire preparedness checklist for auto dealerships
AutomotiveArticleOctober 23, 2026
Wildfires are becoming increasingly frequent and severe,1 posing a serious threat to auto dealerships located in high-risk regions. Wildfires can ignite with little warning and spread rapidly, endangering inventory, facilities, and the safety of employees and customers. Beyond the immediate physical damage, wildfires can disrupt operations for weeks or even months, impacting revenue and customer relationships.
Proactive planning is essential. By implementing preventive measures and having a clear emergency response strategy, dealerships can significantly reduce the risk of loss, protect their people, safeguard their facilities and inventory, and maintain business continuity.
To help get you started, Zurich Resilience Solutions has developed a general checklist to help your business prepare for, respond to, and recover from a wildfire event. By following these guidelines and practices, you can better protect your people and your property if a fire impacts your business.
To learn more about Zurich’s products and Risk Engineering services, click here, contact your Zurich representative, or call us at 1-800-840-8842 ext. 7449.
Additional resources
Zurich North America Wildfire Resource Hub
U.S. Department of Homeland Security – Wildfires
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) − Wildfire preparedness
1. Manning, Anne J. “The Smoky Signature of Climate Change.” Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences. 15 December 2025
