Preparing AHEAD can save the life of your animals

“You can never be too ready to evacuate. Wildfire behavior is unpredictable and can rapidly move from Level 1 - "Be Ready" to Level 3 - "Go Now". During the fire season, Central Oregon is always at Level 1, meaning that residents need to always Be Ready and Prepared to Evacuate family, pets and livestock before the Level 3 "Go Now" order is issued by emergency management." 


  • Identify a safe evacuation location

  • Evacuate early

  • Domestic Animals -

    • Have a transportation crate or carrier ready. It should contain:

      • 5 day supply of food and water

      • Medications

      • Leash, collar, comfort items (toys, blankets)

      • Current picture of you WITH your animal(s)

      • Vet records

  • Large Animals -

    • Ensure your trailer is able to transport animals. If not, have a prearranged hauler and 2 evacuation routes.

      • Include copies of:

        • Vet records

        • brand inspections

      • Medications

      • Bedding material

      • 2 or more hay bales

      • Grain/Feed

      • Current picture of you WITH your animal(s)

** If evacuation is not possible, remove halters and lead ropes and turn animal(s) out of of the barn ensuring barn doors and gates are closed so animals cannot get trapped inside.