As flames broke out across San Diego County in January, several neighborhoods were under evacuation orders.

Evacuating your home can be a scary and life-changing situation. Experts say it's essential to stay prepared.

On Midday Edition, we discuss essential rights for renters affected by the wildfires. Plus, how to care for a loved one or neighbor with dementia during an emergency.

Plus, the role incarcerated firefighters play in putting out wildfires across California.

Guests:

• Gilberto Vera, deputy attorney and director with Legal Aid Society of San Diego
• Brooke Martindale, CEO & founder of Cheer Home Care
• Keri Blakinger, staff writer for the LA Times

Resources:

• Legal Aid Society of San Diego
• Cheer Home Care
• Cheer's Dementia Caregiver Support
• What to pack in a go bag - Alzheimer's Association of San Diego
• Alzheimer's Association Trial Match
• Alzheimer's Association 24/7 Helpline - (800) 272-3900
• Alzheimer's San Diego
• San Diego County Caregiver Support
• UC San Diego Alzheimer's Disease Research Center
• Donate to Incarcerated Firefighters (Fund for Guaranteed Income)
• Anti-Recidivism Coalition Firefighter Fund