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Most Tesla owners I know keep their cars at 80-90% charge every single day since they have a charger at home. That's enough range to get you 4-5 hours away from any would be wildfires.

I would expect people who live in wildfire zones to have a getaway plan. If they're relying on a Tesla and aren't keeping the batteries topped up at all times -- or an ICE car with the tank topped up at all times -- that's just irresponsible.

Keep your car(s) topped up during impending emergencies, regardless of fuel type.

The pump and payment processing at your local gas station runs on electricity too, btw.

Most tesla owners have a couple hundred miles of range. I'd be worried about LEAF owners with 65 mile ranges.

The LEAF people at my former company complained that Teslas shouldn't be allowed to plug in in the limited chargnig spots because they need to be able to plug in to get home! Fortunately, the company said "tough. First come first served."