What Oklahomans should do when a wildfire evacuation is ordered

Wildfires can move quickly and change direction with little warning, especially when strong winds and dry conditions are present. Oklahoma emergency officials say residents should prepare before a fire starts instead of waiting for an evacuation order. If a wildfire threatens your area, monitor updates from local emergency management agencies, law enforcement and fire departments. Officials may announce which neighborhoods need to evacuate, where shelters are open and which roads residents should use. Identify at least two ways to leave your neighborhood in case fire, smoke or emergency vehicles block your usual route.

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