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🏠 Emergency Evacuation Plan Template

Created by House Fire Solutions – Helping Families Prepare, Protect, and Recover from Fire Emergencies

When a fire starts, every second counts.
A well-prepared evacuation plan saves lives — giving your family clear direction, accountability, and calm in the chaos.
Use this checklist to build and maintain a personalized fire evacuation plan for your home.

🔥 1. Home Information

Basic details to identify your home and ensure responders have accurate information.

Home address: __________________________
Home type (single-family / multi-family / apartment): __________________________
Year built: __________________________
Number of floors: ______
Number of bedrooms: ______
Number of exits: ______
Nearest fire hydrant location: __________________________
Fire extinguisher locations: __________________________

💡 Tip: Keep a printed copy of this plan in your entryway, on your fridge, and in your family’s emergency binder.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 2. Household Members & Roles

Assign responsibilities clearly — so no one is forgotten or panics under pressure.

Name	Role	Responsibilities During Evacuation	Special Needs	Assigned Helper
Parent/Guardian 1	Leader	Ensure all exits are clear, grab emergency bag	None	Self
Parent/Guardian 2	Support	Gather children, pets, and check back rooms	None	Self
Child 1	Evacuee	Follow parent to safe meeting point	Needs reassurance	Parent 2
Child 2	Evacuee	Follow older sibling	None	Child 1
Elderly/Disabled Member	Assisted Evacuee	Needs help walking / wheelchair	Mobility	Parent 1
Pet	Animal	Keep leash or carrier ready	Veterinary record	Parent 2

💡 Tip: Assign a backup for each critical role in case someone isn’t home.

🚪 3. Exit Routes

Every room should have two ways out — plan and label them.

For each room, record:

Primary exit (door, window, patio, etc.)
Secondary exit (alternate door, window, or stairway)
Obstructions to clear (furniture, bars, clutter)
Distance to ground level (if above first floor)
Ladder or rope access? (Y/N)

💡 Tip: Keep escape routes unlocked and clutter-free, especially at night.

🧭 4. Meeting Points

Establish two safe meeting locations for accountability after evacuation:

1️⃣ Primary Meeting Point: (e.g., mailbox, big tree, neighbor’s driveway)
➡️ Location: __________________________
➡️ Distance from home: ______ feet

2️⃣ Secondary Meeting Point (if primary is unsafe):
➡️ Location: __________________________
➡️ Distance from home: ______ feet

💡 Tip: Practice how to reach both meeting points without re-entering the home.

🚒 5. Emergency Contacts

Keep this list visible and up-to-date.

Type	Name / Department	Phone Number	Notes
Fire Department	____________________	____________________	Station near your home
Police Department	____________________	____________________	Non-emergency line
Nearest Hospital	____________________	____________________	ER location
Family Contact (out of town)	____________________	____________________	Main check-in person
Utility Company	____________________	____________________	Shutoff help
Insurance Agent	____________________	____________________	Claims contact
Pet Emergency Vet	____________________	____________________	24-hour availability

💡 Tip: Save all emergency contacts in your phones under “ICE” (In Case of Emergency) and print copies for wallets.

🧯 6. Emergency Supplies to Grab

In case of an evacuation, you’ll have little time — make sure your “Go Bag” is ready.

Essential Items Checklist:

Wallet, IDs, credit cards, insurance papers
Cell phone & chargers (with backup power bank)
Medication & prescriptions
Car keys
Flashlights & extra batteries
First aid kit
Bottled water & snacks
Pet supplies (leash, food, vet papers)
Change of clothes / blankets
USB drive with digital copies of documents
Spare glasses or contact lenses

💡 Tip: Keep your Go Bag near the main exit or in the car trunk for quick access.

🪟 7. Special Considerations for Children, Pets, and Disabilities

Identify who needs assistance and assign helpers.
Label kids’ rooms with glow-in-the-dark “Firefighter Rescue” stickers.
Teach children how to crawl low under smoke.
Store mobility devices near exits.
Keep pet carriers or leashes by main doors.
Practice evacuating with pets (so they don’t hide during emergencies).
Ensure caregivers or babysitters know the plan.

💡 Tip: Keep a backup key outside (with a neighbor or lockbox) in case family members are separated.

🗺️ 8. Home Evacuation Map

Sketch or attach a simple floor plan showing:
✅ All exits and windows
✅ Fire extinguisher and alarm locations
✅ Path to primary and secondary exits
✅ Meeting point icons

💡 Tip: Use red arrows for exits, blue for meeting paths, and add icons for clarity.