Bravo! Glad it came out OK for you and your neighbors and thanks for the after action report.

In many ways your experience seems to mirror many of the principles presented on ETS - take steps to prepare - knowledge is critical, even more useful than just stuff.

I appreciate your comments about potable water and the utility of camping experience (which a good many people don't have). They mirror many of my thoughts and preps for the disasters that may strike SoCal (especially earthquakes).

Best to you, Sir!