If you have to evacuate
If you have to evacuate
In an emergency, some houses, streets and neighbourhoods may not be safe to stay in and you may have to leave home in a hurry.
If your street is evacuated where will you go? What will you take? What about pets? Do you have neighbours who might need your help?
Follow evacuation advice
If you are told to evacuate, follow the evacuation advice. Move immediately.
Top tips
Pack a grab bag
Work out what supplies you need
Decide where you will go
- Decide where you will go (and make sure everyone in your household knows, in case you’re not all together). Your evacuation place will probably be with friends or family, so make sure they know your plans.
Don't forget your pets
- If you have to leave home, take your pets with you. If it’s not safe for you, it’s not safe for them.
- Make sure your evacuation place will take your pets. Or have contact details for kennels, catteries and pet friendly motels.