Be ready, be set, go! During a wildfire, a three-tier evacuation warning system is put in place for residents whose homes are threatened. Knowing what each tier means can help residents better navigate an evacuation.
Carrie Berger, Oregon Department of Emergency Management |
Sep 2020 |
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