California wildfire evacuation planning should happen before smoke is visible. Wildfires can move quickly, and evacuation routes can become crowded or closed. A clear household plan reduces confusion when alerts, traffic, smoke, and stress arrive at the same time.<\/p>\n
These seven steps help homeowners prepare people first while also reducing avoidable property vulnerabilities before wildfire weather.<\/p>\n
Write down who leaves with whom, where everyone meets, and how the household checks in if separated. Include children, older adults, people with disabilities, pets, and anyone who may need extra time.<\/p>\n
Register for county and city emergency notifications. Keep wireless emergency alerts active on phones, monitor local agencies during red flag weather, and keep a battery bank available in case power is interrupted.<\/p>\n
Identify at least two ways out of the neighborhood. Drive those routes before an emergency and note gates, narrow roads, bridges, steep areas, or places where traffic may slow.<\/p>\n
Pack medications, important documents, chargers, water, flashlights, masks, first aid supplies, keys, cash, pet supplies, and clothing. Store supplies where they can be reached quickly.<\/p>\n
Wildfire smoke can affect health before evacuation begins. People with respiratory or heart conditions may need to leave earlier, keep medications ready, and follow public health guidance.<\/p>\n
Clear roofs, gutters, decks, and the first few feet around the home. Move combustible items away from exterior walls and vents. Check attic, eave, soffit, gable, foundation, and crawlspace vents for damage, debris, or gaps.<\/p>\n
V2 Vents is a FireStorm Building Products line manufactured by New Cal Metals. V2 Vents help block embers, heat, and flames while supporting airflow in wildfire-prone construction.<\/p>\n
Do not wait to see flames. Follow evacuation orders and local emergency instructions. Property preparation should happen before the emergency; evacuation day is about people.<\/p>\n
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