6 SIMPLE STEPS TO SURVIVE A WILDFIRE It's all about the 6 P's: 1. People and Pets 2. Papers 3. Prescriptions 4. Personal Needs 5. Priceless 6. Plastic Read the whole story and get the full list of tips and suggestions, that start with defensible space and being in touch with your local fire department. NOTE: Have a plan; tell everyone in your immediate family; practice it; be ready to survive. Wildfires have no conscience. And as a retired Fire Chief, I will tell you what I told countless evacuees; if you can replace it; leave it when someone says evacuate! Do not die for stuff. A DRAFT PLAN FOR THE 6 P’S PEOPLE and PETS 1. TEXTS: Tell everyone to stay on top of texts (better than phone calls) during fire times in the area – no matter what, stay in touch. 2. EVAC ROUTES: Designate a north, south, east, and west escape route and meet-up location, depending on your roads. Brief your family. 3. PETS: Have a plan to get them and their needs/food to safety. 4. FOOD an...