004. The Camp Fire (2018)

Paul & Josiah enter the 21st century by discussing a devastating California wildfire.

Frank’s book: ⁠https://www.gameoverbooks.com/store/p/dont-thank-god-thank-the-crash-test-dummies-that-came-before-you⁠ 

Go-bags:⁠http://ready.com/kit⁠⁠https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/reviews/best-gear-for-your-bug-out-bag/⁠ 

Additional preparedness resources: ⁠https://readyforwildfire.org/prepare-for-wildfire/prepare-your-family/⁠⁠https://wfca.com/wildfire-articles/pets-and-wildfire-smoke/⁠ 

CA Insurance Policies Public Comment: CDIRegulations@insurance.ca.gov

Organizations still accepting donations for Camp Fire recovery: ⁠https://www.campfire-collaborative.org/support⁠⁠https://www.nvcf.org/community-response-fund⁠⁠https://www.rebuildparadise.org/⁠ 

Episode 003 Follow Up: https://thedisasterresponse.com/2024/08/26/episode-003-follow-up-notes/



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