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CHIEF’S CORNER: WHAT TO DO DURING A WILDFIRE

By Sam DiGiovanna

June 10, 2012 (San Diego County)

Listen to your portable radio for reports and evacuation information.
Back your car into the garage or park it in an open space facing the direction of escape.
Close garage windows and doors, but leave them unlocked.
Confine pets to one room.
Arrange temporary housing.
When advised to evacuate, do so immediately.
Wear protective clothing.
Take your emergency kit.
Lock your home.
Follow the evacuation route that your local officials have identified.