To anyone who's near ANY fire

Clear defensible space around property.

Prep to leave even if the orders aren't by you yet. You may have very little time to evac so do it now.

Make a 'to go' bag.

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If you have horses, llamas, farm animals get them ready to move. Put trailers nearby. Keep treats handy. Sugar cubes, apples, carrots. Something they like you can use to entice them into the trailers.

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To evac sheep/goats/pigs etc? You can fit 4 to 8 in a med sized pickup bed, depending on their size. A mini pony/burro fits in the backseat of a med sized car. Vans work well to evac animals just lay seats down.

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If you're in towns. Prep & bag place by door. Park car so it's facing out to the street. [you toss in & go] Keep cell on for any new alerts all it takes is just 1 spark. Alert elderly neighbors [they may not know].
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Gather pet gear. Carrier, leash, food, meds? Put them in their crate before opening the door. All animals smell danger & want to flee so even the more placid of pets will bolt out of your arms if they smell smoke.

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If no carrier...no problem. Grab a backpack, a pillowcase & stuff them in. No they won't like it but to bad. They can yell at you while you drive away. Cover birdcage & shove in car.

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Keep a mask or something to cover your nose/mouth for the thick smoke. Don't care if you don't like them, it's to prevent inhaling the ash & smoke. Take along eye drops for burning irritated eyes [if you have some].

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Take vids thru out your homes. Every room, inside & out. All sides of homes, landscaping, shed, garage, patio furniture, attic, toys [sup boards, jet ski's bikes etc] This is for insurance should you need it.

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Above all - do NOT ignore any evac warning or order. Your lawn hose will not stop an inferno. And if you haven't done it...do defensible space now. Clear away dead foliage, remove dead branches overhanging home etc

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When you're ready to go, check for road closures. The last thing you want is to have to turn around when every moment counts. And plz, let someone know you're leaving & text them when you are safe.

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And lastly - Please remove or bury all ammunition when you evac if it's not stored in a gun safe. It does go off & that endangers the lives of firefighters who are working to save homes.

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