Cal Fire suggests essential items for your emergency bag, including:
– Face masks or coverings
– Three-day supply of non-perishable food
– Three gallons of bottled water per person
– Map with evacuation routes
– Basic first-aid supplies
– Sanitation supplies
– Prescriptions or medications
– Change of clothing
– Spare eyeglasses or contact lenses
– Extra car keys and phone charger
– Cash, credit cards, or traveler’s checks
– Flashlight
– Battery-powered radio
– Important documents copies
– Pet supplies if needed
– Can opener
Additional items to consider include valuables, family photos, electronic devices, and tools. The Red Cross suggests packing a whistle, matches, rain gear, towels, gloves, tools for home securing, plastic sheeting, duct tape, bleach, entertainment items, and blankets.
To help wildfire victims during California blazes and prepare for emergency evacuation, follow these steps:
– Create an evacuation checklist
– Discuss and designate emergency meeting points
– Identify escape routes
– Plan for pets and animals
– Establish an out-of-area contact person
– Obtain and know how to use fire extinguishers
– Locate and learn to shut off gas, electric, and water mains
– Keep emergency contact numbers handy
– Have a backup emergency bag in your car
– Stay informed about evacuations
– Encourage neighbors to prepare
Document your property before a disaster for insurance claims. Store descriptions and valuations securely for post-disaster access.
The concept of preparing a ‘go bag’ for an emergency evacuation was first featured on goodmorningamerica.com.
