Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
This year's historically dry winter has the state in drought warnings already, with almost 90% of the state in some level of drought heading into the summer. This dryness is contributing to the risk of wildfires in Colorado; several have already happened this year.
Preparing a go-bag is one of the easiest ways for residents in at-risk communities to be ready for a wildfire evacuation.
These bags should be accessible — ideally in your home, car or workplace — for a quick evacuation. The thought process behind a go-bag is to have essentials with you if you need to leave at a moment’s notice.
Read more at rmpbs.org/news
Produced by Peter Vo
#emergencypreparation #wildfire
This year's historically dry winter has the state in drought warnings already, with almost 90% of the state in some level of drought heading into the summer. This dryness is contributing to the risk of wildfires in Colorado; several have already happened this year.
Preparing a go-bag is one of the easiest ways for residents in at-risk communities to be ready for a wildfire evacuation.
These bags should be accessible — ideally in your home, car or workplace — for a quick evacuation. The thought process behind a go-bag is to have essentials with you if you need to leave at a moment’s notice.
Read more at rmpbs.org/news
Produced by Peter Vo
#emergencypreparation #wildfire
