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Think fast: What would you take?

I live in beautiful Portland, Oregon.
Pandemics, riots, rain, no rain, economic turmoil, comets...
Now we have devastating fires. 
One of my audio buddies is waiting in an evacuation center, awaiting the horrible news that he's lost his home. A couple others are at level 2 ready to abandon their homes. These guys are the best audiophile guys you could ever hope to have around. You probably know them.
With light rain in the forecast (Monday), I feel fairly safe.
But, I have collected one small suit case, just in case. My car will be loaded with camping gear. A photo album. Maybe a friend or 2.
Of the items in my listening room, I know I can't take any equipment. Maybe a couple Lps? No, I could replace those. 
So, I ask you: What would you take?
Hopefully, you'll never be in such a situation.
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bdp24
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I just walked outside, and the smell of burning wood was in the air here in Vancouver, WA, just across the Columbia River from Portland. I still have a bunch of drums in storage down in Palm Desert, but there's nothing there that will burn. Just dirt, sand, and wind. And swimming pools, lots of them. All stucco buildings with tile roofs. It was over 120 degrees there a coupla day ago. Don't miss it at all!
oregon OP
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Thanks Nonoise. Wise words.
Chuck, of course I'm serious. No need to get into politics. There are fires all over Oregon right now. It blows in the wind and destroys homes and lives. That's it. 
 You're  an audio friend and I hope you are safe. One of my friends  lost his home, excellent stereo system and animals. A couple are close to evacuating as I type. 
 bdp24 smells it in the air. 
I can barely see across the street, let alone breath outside.
 Just a very simple question- what among  your audio goodies would you take if you had to go?

 
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millercarbon
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I wouldn't take anything. I wouldn't leave. Fire I would be there armed with a hose. The other (more likely here) a gun. The second is more probable. Both thanks largely to the people who have been making the relevant decisions- in both cases, WA, OR, CA- democrats. These aren't passive events. We aren't helpless victims. And this thread is in very poor taste.
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thecarpathian
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How interesting.
A paranoid narcissist....

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falconquest
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I can tell you from experience, take practical things and forget the rest. A toothbrush, clothes, a razor, anything that you would need for a few overnights. The most important things are extra underwear, socks, maybe a second pair of shoes. When I was 18 my home burned to the ground. The only items I had were the things in my car and the clothes on my back. You can't believe how nice it is to have a change of clothes and a clean pair of socks. I had to go out and buy all of that stuff. Think practically and let's hope you and your friends don't suffer any consequences from the fire.
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