CA wildfires: Here's what to pack in your 'go bag' in case of an emergency
Here in the Bay Area, we're no strangers to wildfires like those in Southern California. Here's what you should have in your "go bag" for an emergency evacuation.
California fires: How to prepare a 'go bag' for an emergency evacuation
Prepare essential items in a "go bag," such as a backpack and keep a sturdy pair of shoes and a flashlight by your home bed in case of a sudden nighttime evacuation, according to Cal Fire. For your "go bag," Cal Fire recommends essentials such as:
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What to pack in your go bag in case of an emergency
A historically dry winter and high winds have caused devastating wildfires. Here's a look at how to prepare if you have to evacuate.
Preparing for wildfire evacuation in California
Creating a wildfire action plan, packing a "go bag" and maintaining basic situational awareness during evacuations can make a big difference when escaping a disaster, Jesse Torres, a battalion chief for the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection, or Cal Fire, said
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The destructive fires in Los Angeles County have shone a spotlight on the West's vulnerability to natural disasters and the need for emergency preparedness as wildfire seasons become longer and more intense.
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