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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.
oregon
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rodge827
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We had a similar situation here in NJ back in 2012 with hurricane Sandy. In audio terms take any rare valuable collectable albums/recording you might have. Then I would take a lot of pictures of your home every inch if possible. Open every cabinet, closet, drawer, attic, garage, shed, etc, for insurance purposes. Also take any receipts and proof of purchase for any expensive items you might have. All of this will help if needed for insurance replacement.

I pray the flames pass you by and none of this will be necessary.
Chris
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onhwy61
5,141 posts
 
Other than the paranoiac ravings, there is some good practical advice in this thread.  If you have time to prepare get some cash from the bank.  Make sure you have your medications.  Pet supplies, if needed. 
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uberwaltz
13,381 posts
 
Some cash ( still king!), passports, birth certificates, essential change of clothing and toiletries.
Cats if I could round them up.
All loaded into most dependable car I have fully gassed and ready to roll in an instant.
MC, quit with the political whinings.... get some cheese to go with it!
You are not helping anybody here!
Good luck Oregon, Florida just has hurricanes to dodge!
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mahgister
12,731 posts
 
My dogs and my hard drive (books and files)....

With books i am afraid of nothing! :)

Almost nothing! :)

Very few things tough!

:)

Seriously i am sorry for you oregon and i will pray for you....

My best from the heart....
audition__audio
1,322 posts
 
I have a friend that lives in West Linn and he is just furious and has been for some time. I do feel sorry for much of what you are going through but not the social unrest. I may not agree with miller on some things audio but he raises some good points regarding some of your avoidable problems. I just scratch my head and wonder how things came to evolve in such a way. Shame on your elected officials!


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