Go - Act Early

Leaving early gives you and your household members the best chance of surviving a wildland fire. You also help firefighters by keeping roads clear of congestion, enabling them to move more freely and do their job in a safer environment. Be sure to follow the direction of your local authorities.

WHEN TO LEAVE

Do not wait to be advised to leave if there is a possible threat to your home or evacuation route. Leave early enough to avoid being caught in fire, smoke, or road congestion. If you are advised to leave by local authorities, do not hesitate!

WHERE TO GO

Go to a predetermined, low-risk area such as a relative’s house, a Red Cross shelter or evacuation center, motel, etc.

HOW TO GET THERE

Follow the instructions from Los Alamos County Emergency Management Office and the Police Department on which roads to take when evacuating. Information may be provided to you through the emergency alert system (CodeRED), the 1610AM emergency radio station, local news, the Los Alamos County webpage losalamosnm.us and social media platforms.

WHAT TO TAKE

Take your Go Kit containing your household members’ and pets’ necessary items.

REMEMBER THE 8 P’S!

People & Pets
Pictures & Photo Albums

PC’s q Papers (important)

Prescriptions & Medications (for your pets too)

Plastics (credit cards)

Personal Devices (phones and chargers)

Passports & IDs