Preparing for a forest fire in an urban area involves a combination of physical preparedness, planning, and awareness. Here are steps a family can take: Physical Preparedness Home Defense: Clear Vegetation: Remove dead leaves, branches, and any flammable materials within 30 feet of your home.

I asked Grok (AI tool) to create a table of evacuation priorities. I specified that there’s myself, my wife and our two pets. I needed to prioritize items based on 10 minute increments.