Evacuate in 20 Minutes: Load Plan & Checklist
Objective
Leave fast with everything that matters using a pre‑planned load sequence and clear triggers.
Triggers
- T1: Pack car; T2: Leave; T3: Leave now (skip extras).
Load Plan (Example SUV)
- Rear left: water/food bin.
- Rear right: shelter/sleep.
- Seat backs: first‑aid, comms.
- Cabin floor: docs/valuables.
- Roof/last: tools/fuel.
Checklist
- IDs, meds, cash, drives
- Go‑bags per person
- Pet kit, carriers
Real Example
Family executed the plan in 14 minutes during a wildfire T2 call; nothing important left behind.
Contingencies
- No time → grab go‑bags + docs and roll.
- Two vehicles → duplicate essentials in both.
After‑Action
Time your dry runs quarterly and adjust bin weights.
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