Hurricane Preparedness

HELPFUL TIPS ON WHAT TO DO THIS HURRICANE SEASON

Get informed about hazards and emergencies that may affect you and your

family when there is a tsunami or hurricane.

Develop an emergency plan.

Collect and assemble disaster supplies kit.

Learn where to seek shelter from all types of hazards.

Identify the community warning systems and evacuation routes.

Include in your plan required information from community and school plans.

Learn what to do for specific hazards.

Practice and maintain your plan.

EVACUATION?

Leave early enough to avoid being trapped by severe weather.

Pay particular heed to local flash flood warnings.

Follow recommended evacuation routes.

Do not take shortcuts; they may be blocked.

Be alert for washed-out roads and bridges.

Do not drive into flooded areas.

Stay away from downed power lines.

HOW TO DRESS

Wear sturdy shoes and clothing that provides some protection, such as long pants, long-sleeved shirts, and a cap.

Listen to a battery-powered radio.

Follow local evacuation instructions.

CHILDREN IN SCHOOL?

Know your children's school emergency plan.

Ask how the school will communicate with families during a crisis.

Ask if the school stores adequate food, water, and other basic supplies.

Find out if the school is prepared to shelter-in-place if need be, and where they plan to go if they must get away.

In cases where schools institute procedures to shelter-in-place, you may not be permitted to drive to the school to pick up your children.

Monitor local media outlets for announcements about changes in school openings and closings.

Follow the directions of local emergency officials.

ARE YOU AN EMPLOYER?

If you are an employer, make sure your workplace has a building evacuation plan that is regularly practiced. Take a critical look at your heating,

ventilation and air conditioning system to determine if it is secure

or if it could feasibly be upgraded to better filter potential contaminants,

and be sure you know how to turn it off if you need to.

CREATE A FAMILY DISASTER PLAN

Prepare your family by creating a family disaster plan. You can begin this process by gathering family members and reviewing information

regarding hazards, warning systems, evacuation

routes and community and other plans. Discuss with them what you would do if

family members are not home when a warning is issued.

Your family plan should address the following:

* Escape routes.

* Family communications.

* Utility shut-off and safety.

* Insurance and vital records.

* Special needs.

* Caring for animals.

* Safety Skills

* Insurance and vital records.

Know that with the exception of service animals, pets are not typically permitted in emergency shelters as they may affect the health and safety of other occupants.

LARGE ANIMALS?

If you have large animals such as horses, cattle, sheep, goats, or pigs use the following guidelines:

Ensure all animals have some form of ID.

Evacuate animals whenever possible. Map out primary and secondary routes in advance.

Make available vehicles and trailers needed for transporting and supporting each type of animal. Also make available experienced handlers and drivers.

Ensure destinations have food, water, vet care and handling equipment.

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