When a natural disaster strikes, time is often of the essence. It can be difficult to gather everything you need in those moments. That is why it’s so important to have emergency plans set in place. With multiple wildfires still raging in Los Angeles, people are thinking about their own evacuation plans, should something similar happen to them.
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Still, natural disaster preparation can feel overwhelming, even when done in advance. To get started, however, there’s a simple checklist to keep in mind. This checklist is one that you can refer to when you realize it may be time to evacuate. Learn more about the 6 Ps for evacuation in the helpful video below.
@cbsnews As major #wildfires ravage several #LosAngeles neighborhoods, roughly 179,000 people are under #evacuation orders — leaving almost everything behind and some even leaving by foot Whether you are evacuating a wildfire or another #naturaldisaster you can remember the six P's. Here is a checklist of necessities that you might want to take with you if you ever have to leave during wildfires or other disasters. Read more at the linked article. #palisadesfire #firesafety #california #fire ♬ original sound – cbsnews
Part of what makes evacuations so daunting is not knowing what to bring. Ideally, you would be able to keep everything in your home protected. But since that’s not guaranteed, you have to figure out what is most important to keep with you. This is far from easy, but the 6 Ps are a good place to start. Plus, this list can help you make your list of items long before a natural disaster takes place.
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In response to this video on the 6 Ps, people are also giving their own helpful tips for emergency situations.
“Get your dogs acclimated to crates!” someone suggests. “They are safer in your car, or at an evacuation center or vet. If crates feel safe for them it will make a huge difference.”
“Be sure to preemptively take photos of your home & items within your home & have a list of expensive items (receipts help),” another person adds. “Insurance won’t cover any lost paper cash so always bring that with you!”
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