Ready, Set, Go ~ Be Prepared If Wildfire Strikes

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Passing these tips along to the RVUUF community, from Ashland Fire & Rescue Firewise Community:
If you get a knock on the door at 2a.m. can you be ready to drive away from your home immediately? Please be sure you have everything you want to take in a special spot, including pet needs, and medications.
Level 1
Ready – Be ready, be Firewise.  Be ready for the potential to evacuate. Be aware of the dangers in your area by monitoring emergency service websites and local media outlets for information.  Take personal responsibility and prepare long before the threat of wildfire so your home is ready. Be Firewise by creating a defensible space, using fire-r​esistant vegetation and clearing brush and other flammable vegetation away from your home. Assemble emergency supplies and belongings in a safe place. Plan escape routes and make sure all those residing within the home know the plan of action.
Level 2
Set – Situational Awareness.  Be set to evacuate at a moment’s notice. This level indicates significant danger in your area and voluntarily relocating to a shelter or family is advisable. This may be the only notice that you receive; emergency services cannot guarantee that they will be able to reach you again if the condition worsen. If you do decide to stay, pack your emergency items and be ready to leave at a moment’s notice.
Level 3
Go! – Act Early!  Leave immediately and follow your personal evacuation plan.  Do not delay leaving by gathering your belongings or make efforts to save your home. Danger in your areas is imminent and you should evacuate immediately. If you chose not to evacuate, emergency services many not be able to assist you. DO NOT plan to return to check on your house or animals until it’s declared safe to do so.
Staying informed during an emergency is critical. These are some of the information will be relayed in Ashland:
Nixle Citizen Alert System: ashland.or.us/nixle
Ashland Emergency Broadcast Station: 1700 AM
Wildfire Information Hotline: 541-552-2490
City of Ashland Website: www.ashland.or.us 
Jackson County Emergency Management: www.rvem.org