Caregivers

We alluded to this issue before, but it is worth special consideration. It has happened in the past that homeowners have fled from a wildfire leaving baby-sitters behind, unprepared and with little English to help them. I wouldn't want to have such a thing on my conscience.

Consider all the people who live on or take care of your household and property in your emergency plan. Make sure they understand what the plan is and the role you expect them to play. If they are to have no role also make that clear. Make sure they know how to use emergency numbers such as 911, and that they will recognize a call from neighbors or officials warning of danger. Have a plan prepared for them in the event there is no other adult available. If you need help translating your plan into the necessary language, T-CEP may be able to help. Don't put it off.