Deschutes River Woods
15-minute evacuation card
Keep this on the fridge. If an alert comes, work through it top to bottom.
Level 1 — Be Ready
Be aware of danger in the area. Sign up for county alerts, check your plan and go-kit, and consider leaving early if you or a loved one needs extra time to evacuate.
Level 2 — Be Set
There is significant danger in the area. Be prepared to leave at a moment's notice: load your go-bag and the 5 Ps, and leave now if you need extra time. This may be the only notice you receive.
Level 3 — Go Now
Danger is current or imminent. Leave immediately by the designated route and do not delay to pack or to prepare your home.
Grab
- Medications and glasses
- Phone, chargers, cash, cards
- ID, insurance, deed (or copies)
- N95 masks, water, snacks
Pets
- Carriers and leashes
- Food, water, bowls for 3 days
- Medications and vet records
- Photo of each pet with you
Before you leave
- Close all windows and doors (leave unlocked)
- Shut off propane / gas at the tank if safe
- Move patio furniture away from the house
- Leave a light on so crews can see the house
On the road
- Headlights on, windows up
- Follow official routes, not shortcuts
- Tell family where you are going
- Never return until officials say it is safe
Emergency: 911
Sign up for alerts: Deschutes Alerts — https://sheriff.deschutes.org/services/emergency-management/alerts/
