The Del Fire

The terms VOLUNTARY and MANDATORY are used to describe evacuation orders. However,
local jurisdictions may use other terminology such as Precautionary and Immediate
Threat. These terms are used to alert you to the significance of the danger. All
evacuation instructions provided by officials should be followed immediately for
your safety.

Prepare an Evacuation Checklist and Organize:

• Critical medications.
• Important personal papers, photos.
• Essential valuables.
• Pet and livestock transport, limited amount of pet food.
• Change of clothing, toiletries.
• Cell phone.
• Critical papers and effects in a fire-proof safe.
• An Evacuation Route Map with at least two routes.*
• Drive your planned route of escape before an actual emergency.*
  *During an evacuation, law enforcement/ emergency personnel may determine your route.

Locate your Evacuation Checklist and place the items in your vehicle.

• Park your vehicle facing outward and carry your car keys with you.
• Locate your pets and keep them nearby.
• Prepare farm animals for transport.
• Place connected garden hoses and buckets full of water around the house.
• Move propane BBQ appliances away from structures.
• Cover-up. Wear long pants, long sleeve shirt, heavy shoes/boots, cap, dry bandanna for face cover, goggles or glasses. 100% cotton is preferable.
• Leave lights on in the house – door unlocked.
• Leave windows closed – air conditioning off.

1. Officials will determine the areas to be evacuated and the routes to use
   depending upon the fire’s location, behavior, winds, terrain, etc.
2. Law enforcement agencies are typically responsible for enforcing an evacuation
   order. Follow their directions promptly.
3. You will be advised of potential evacuations as early as possible. You must
   take the initiative to stay informed and aware. Listen to your radio/TV for
   announcements from law enforcement and emergency personnel.
4. You may be directed to temporary assembly areas to await transfer to a safe
   location.

▪ Stay calm.
▪ Park your vehicle in an area clear of vegetation.
▪ Close all vehicle windows and vents.
▪ Cover yourself with wool blanket or jacket.
▪ Lie on vehicle floor.
▪ Use your cell phone to advise officials – Call 911.

• Stay calm.
• Go to an area clear of vegetation, a ditch or depression if possible.
• Lie face down, cover up.
• Use your cell phone to advise officials – Call 911.

• Stay calm, keep your family together.
• Call 911 and inform authorities of your location.
• Fill sinks and tubs with cold water.
• Keep doors and windows closed, but unlocked.
• Stay inside your house.
• Stay away from outside walls and windows.
• Note – it will get hot in the house, but it is much hotter, and more dangerous outside.

If it is safe, check the following areas for fire:

• The roof and house exterior.
• Under decks and inside your attic.
• Your yard for burning trees, woodpiles, etc.

Fire officials will determine when it is safe for you to return to your home. This will
be done as soon as possible considering safety and accessibility.

When you return home:

• Be alert for downed power lines and other hazards.
• Check propane tanks, regulators, and lines before turning gas on.
• Check your residence carefully for hidden embers or smoldering fires.