Animals in the California wildfires

[Catherine]

Quote: I would have just grabbed Misty, grabbed a tent (literally), a back-pack and got the heck out.

You would not have waited until the last minute. You would have left in plenty of time to be safe.



Wildfires can happen suddenly and move quickly. People can be trapped away from their pets. I think during fire season I would want to take my pets with me everywhere. I would also want some fire safety supplies. There are things like fire tents that could  keep a person and their pets alive.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fire_shelter


This is a new design that looks promising.

https://www.scientificamerican.com/artic...nd-blazes/

https://www.thoughtco.com/the-fire-shelter-1342906

Why couldn't something be designed to protect people and their animals if they are trapped.

Why couldn't a more permanent fire shelter area be built into a home in an area that is at risk for wildfires.
These fires happen year after year and we keep talking about how terrible it is.  It is going to happen again next year. Now is the time to think of new ways to be safe when next year's fires come. Maybe all properties need to be assessed for wildfire safety.
Fire breaks and perhaps less flammable building materials could help. Since wildfires will continue and get worse as a result of climate change we need to find ways to protect  ourselves and our animals.