Cal Fire Ready Set Go Brochure Final Files-V4-PRINT - Flipbook - Page 22
PRE-EVACUATION
STEPS
When evacuation is anticipated, follow these checklists
(if time allows):
Outside
O Gather flammable items from
the exterior of the house
and bring them inside (patio
furniture, children’s toys, door
mats, trash cans, etc.) or
place them in your pool.
O Turn off propane tanks.
O Move propane BBQ
appliances away from
structures.
O Connect garden hoses
to outside water valves or
spigots for use by firefighters.
Fill water buckets and place
them around the house.
O Turn off sprinklers and running
water; leaving them on can
affect critical water pressure.
O Leave exterior lights on
so your home is visible
to firefighters in the smoke
or darkness of night.
O Put your Emergency Supply Kit
in your vehicle.
O Back your car into the
driveway with vehicle loaded
and all doors and windows
closed. Carry your car keys
with you.
O Have a ladder available and
place it at the corner of the
house for firefighters to quickly
access your roof.
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O Seal attic and ground vents
with pre-cut fire-resistant
boards or commercial seals.
O Monitor your property and
the fire situation. Don’t wait for
an evacuation order if you feel
threatened and need to leave.
O Check on neighbors and
make sure they are preparing
to leave.
Inside the House
O Shut all windows and doors,
leaving them unlocked.
O Remove flammable window
shades and curtains. Close
metal shutters.
O Move flammable furniture to
the center of the room, away
from windows and doors.
O Shut off gas at the meter or
tank. Turn off pilot lights.
O Leave your lights on so
firefighters can see your
house under smoky conditions.
O Shut off the air conditioning
or heater.
Animals
O Locate your pets and keep
them nearby.
O Prepare livestock for transport
and consider moving them to
a safe location early.
