Rubber or neoprene hoses are best. Some plastic hoses fail when exposed to very little heat. Hoses should be long enough to reach completely around your house. Also, keep a shovel handy. If evacuation is ordered, or if you feel your safety is jeopardized, keep the family together, take your valuable papers and drive to a safe area.
Excited people cause panic.
This is the safest place to be when the fire hits. Don't forget to close all doors and windows. Stay inside while the fire passes directly over and around your house. This will happen in a matter of minutes during high winds. After the fire has passed, look outside and survey the area.