How to use Nextdoor during a wildfire

# Wildfire

Share this message with your residents to instruct them on how to user Nextdoor during a wildfire

Joseph Porcelli

Neighbors, we have compiled some essential tips to help you stay safe and effectively use Nextdoor during the wildfires.

**Listen to Local Officials**

First and foremost, always listen to local authorities. If you are ordered to evacuate, do so immediately. Stay vigilant, as evacuation orders can change rapidly. Familiarize yourself with your evacuation zone and prepare a go-bag containing essential items such as identification, medications, clothing, food, water, and other supplies. If you find yourself in danger or require emergency assistance, call 911 right away.

**Using Nextdoor for Assistance**

👉 For the latest updates and alerts from local public agencies, visit https://nextdoor.com/agency/feed and check regularly.

🙋 If you need help or wish to lend a hand, click the following link to let your neighbors know https://nextdoor.com/news_feed/?open_composer=true&hashtag=wildfirehelp

You can use Nextdoor in various ways, including:

- Providing or finding a ride to a shelter or for evacuation

- Offering or locating a place to stay if you are displaced

- Sharing or obtaining an N95 mask to minimize the effects of wildfire smoke

- Taking photos of any damage if you have evacuated (only if it is safe to do so)

- Any other form of assistance you need or wish to give

📱 For the best experience, please use the Nextdoor app or download it to your phone.

**Additional Safety Reminders:**

🪫 Keep your phone charged and make sure Wireless Emergency Alerts are enabled.

📷 Take videos and photos of your possessions.

☁️ Store digital copies of essential documents in the cloud.

Take care of each other, and stay safe!

How to use Nextdoor during a wildfire

Share this message with your residents to instruct them on how to user Nextdoor during a wildfire

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