Planning

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Know your fire risk zone and local evacuation routes (pre-planned)

Monitoring

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Keep car fuel tank above half — wildfire warnings can come with little notice

Park car facing the exit — leave keys in ignition

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Keep bug-out bag ready near exit at all times during fire season

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Do NOT wait for evacuation order if you see smoke nearby — leave early

Grab medications, critical documents, and sentimental items first (2 minutes max)

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Take pets and their food/water/carriers

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Close all windows and doors (slows fire entry — do NOT lock)

Turn off gas at main valve before leaving

Leave exterior lights on (visibility in smoke for firefighters)

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N95 mask for smoke inhalation protection during evacuation

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Wear long sleeves and pants (natural fibers, not synthetic)

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Notify an out-of-area contact of destination and route

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Follow official evacuation route — do NOT take shortcuts through fire areas

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If trapped in vehicle: stay inside, park away from vegetation, lie below windows

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Do NOT return until authorities declare the area safe

After return: check for hot spots, smoldering debris, structural damage