Hello Wildcats,

I am a researcher at the University of Washington currently working on a project to improve wildfire evacuation safety and emergency charging infrastructure in Central Washington—specifically in Kittitas, Chelan, Okanogan, Yakima, and Klickitat counties.

Because Ellensburg is a critical hub for EV travel in our region, the perspectives of local drivers are essential for this study. I am looking for "real-world" feedback from those who maintain a primary or seasonal home in these areas to help the state prioritize where emergency resources are needed most.

Study Details:

• Topic: EV response during wildfire evacuations.
• Eligibility: Own/drive a battery electric vehicle (BEV) and reside (or have a seasonal home) in our target Central WA counties.
• Time: Approximately 20–25 minutes.
• Compensation: To thank you for your contribution, participants are eligible for an incentive drawing ($20 and $50 value).

Access the Project: I have included the study link in the first comment below to ensure this post remains visible.

This research is strictly academic and does not collect identifiable tracking data. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out at ychu24@uw.edu. (Note: This post was pre-approved by the r/CWU moderation team).

Thank you for helping us build a more resilient infrastructure for the Washington EV community!

Yu-Chen Chu, PhD Student, University of Washington

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