Personally, I wouldn't wait for evacuation orders. I can think for myself.

By the time the smoke is getting kind of heavy, I've got my gear and pets loaded, and we would be headed out. The cats and the hens would be pi$$ed, but the dogs would think we were going on an adventure. I don't need to see the flames, thank you very much!

BTW, who actually gives an order for people to evacuate? I'm hoping it isn't some dimwitted politician.

Sue