The following list is for those who have time to prepare as a fire is approaching. Your life and the lives of your family members are always most important. If you are told to leave immediately please do so.
What to do:
- Locate your pets and keep them nearby
- Prepare farm animals for transport or move them to a safe location early
- Move propane BBQ appliances away from structures
- Turn off propane tanks
- Gather up flammable items from the exterior of the house and bring them inside (patio furniture, door mats, trash cans, children’s toys, etc.)
- Shut all windows and doors
- Shut off gas at meter; turn off pilot lights
- Shut off air conditioning
Make sure to pack:
- prescription or special medications
- change of clothing
- extra eyeglasses or contact lenses
- extra set of car keys, credit cards, cash
- copies of important documents (Birth certificates, passports, etc)
- pet food & water
What to wear:
- Long pants*
- long sleeve shirt*
- sturdy shoes/boots
*100% cotton is preferable
