With all this recent hot weather we are reminded of past fires in the state that burned many homes and how people had to cope afterwards. Even though the fire danger is presently low it is just a matter of time before it jumps to High or Extreme. Soon we will have to prepare that bag packed with our bare essentials and important papers to make our escape with if given notice to evacuate.
Today I mowed my fire escape trail up through my upper neighbor's property if a fire prevents me from getting out below on our road to Highway 138. It just boils down to how fast I can run up this trial to a big clearing on my neighbor's property. After the fire and depending on what remains, I would be at the mercy of friends or living in a shed in my daughter's back yard in Portland until there is an insurance settlement. Then what? Rebuild if not a total scorched earth situation or live in a motor home in a park, or on some friends property or move to eastern Oregon on some cheap land? Definitely would be a fast way to downsize and no longer would have to worry about upkeep and organizing. Always something to think about this time of year.
Yes, that scenario has actually played out for several of our friends in the past few years, hasn't it? It was rather disheartening to observe their trials and tribulations as they rebuilt or relocated, but with courage, perseverance and help of friends & family, most have been successful.
ReplyDeleteSo scary. Our best place to evacuate to was our boat...sold now. Horse always an issue. Just pray no fires come close enough that we have to leave!
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