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Get A.R.M.E.D.!Get A.R.M.E.D.!

Be Aware, Ready, and Be Aware, Ready, and Mobilize for Every Mobilize for Every

Disaster Disaster Get Ready Now! Get Ready Now!

An All Hazards Guide to An All Hazards Guide to Planning for EmergenciesPlanning for Emergencies

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ObjectivesObjectives

Have an overview of how to prepare Have an overview of how to prepare for/handle client related and business for/handle client related and business related emergency response and related emergency response and recovery situationsrecovery situations

Learn about resources available Learn about resources available through the US Department of through the US Department of Homeland Security and locally to Homeland Security and locally to support emergency response needs support emergency response needs in times of disaster.in times of disaster.



Course OutlineCourse Outline

The Threats That We Face! The Threats That We Face! The Threat of TerrorismThe Threat of TerrorismHomeland Security SystemHomeland Security SystemWhat is in Place TodayWhat is in Place TodayFamily Disaster EquationFamily Disaster EquationFrequently Ask QuestionsFrequently Ask Questions



It’ll never happen here!It’ll never happen here!



It’s not It’s not IFIF it will it will happen…….happen…….

It should be It should be WHENWHEN it will happen!!!!it will happen!!!!



Disasters Manmade and Disasters Manmade and NaturalNatural



Map Designer: Emmanuelle Bournay, UNEP/GRID-ArendalMap Designer: Emmanuelle Bournay, UNEP/GRID-Arendalhttp://maps.grida.no/go/graphic/http://maps.grida.no/go/graphic/trends_in_natural_disasterstrends_in_natural_disasters



Types of ThreatsTypes of Threats BiologicalBiological EarthquakesEarthquakes ChemicalChemical ExplosionsExplosions Extreme HeatExtreme Heat FiresFires FloodsFloods HurricanesHurricanes PandemicPandemic LandslidesLandslides Nuclear Nuclear RadiationRadiation Severe WeatherSevere Weather TornadoesTornadoes TsunamiTsunami VolcanoesVolcanoes WildfiresWildfires Winter storms and Extreme ColdWinter storms and Extreme Cold



The Threat of TerrorismThe Threat of Terrorism



Terrorism Defined:Terrorism Defined:

The unlawful use of force or violence The unlawful use of force or violence against persons or property to against persons or property to intimidate or coerce a government, intimidate or coerce a government, the civilian population, or any the civilian population, or any segment thereof, in furtherance of segment thereof, in furtherance of political, social or religious political, social or religious objectives--FBIobjectives--FBI



The Structure of TerrorThe Structure of Terror

International Environment

Countries

Organization

Leadership

Underlying Conditions



Terrorism TargetsTerrorism Targets

Military FacilitiesMilitary FacilitiesGovernment FacilitiesGovernment FacilitiesLarge CitiesLarge Cities International AirportsInternational AirportsPublic GatheringsPublic GatheringsHigh-Profile LandmarksHigh-Profile Landmarks



Terrorists:Terrorists:

The biggest The biggest Bang Bang for the for the BuckBuck!!Create Create FearFearCreate Create TurmoilTurmoilAttempt to Attempt to DisruptDisrupt daily life daily lifeDrawDraw attention attentionAimed at Aimed at Icons Icons



Emotional Effects of Emotional Effects of TerrorismTerrorism

IrritabilityIrritabilityFatigueFatigueHyperactivityHyperactivityAngerAngerWithdrawnWithdrawnDepressionDepression



TodayToday

There are currently 85 known There are currently 85 known terrorist organizations worldwide.terrorist organizations worldwide.

There have been 103 terrorist acts There have been 103 terrorist acts since January 1since January 1stst, 2003!, 2003!

Most terrorism is small scale but the Most terrorism is small scale but the trend is becoming increasingly lethal.trend is becoming increasingly lethal.



Types of Terrorist AttacksTypes of Terrorist Attacks

Suicide/HomicideSuicide/Homicide HostageHostage Conventional Weapons/SniperConventional Weapons/Sniper UnconventionalUnconventional PsychologicalPsychological Weapons of Mass DestructionWeapons of Mass Destruction

ChemicalChemical NuclearNuclear BiologicalBiological



Weapons of Mass Weapons of Mass DestructionDestruction

Biological- Slow ActingBiological- Slow ActingChemical- Quick ActingChemical- Quick ActingRadiological/ Nuclear- Dirty Bomb vs. Radiological/ Nuclear- Dirty Bomb vs.

Atomic BombAtomic Bomb



In Preparation of In Preparation of TerrorismTerrorism

Be Aware of Your SurroundingsBe Aware of Your Surroundings Report to the Police Unusual Behavior Report to the Police Unusual Behavior

Suspicious Packages, Strange DevicesSuspicious Packages, Strange Devices Leave an Area if it Does Not Seem Leave an Area if it Does Not Seem

RightRight Be Aware of Exits - Plan to Get Out!Be Aware of Exits - Plan to Get Out! Learn First Aid & Get a First Aid KitLearn First Aid & Get a First Aid Kit Be Familiar With Fire ExtinguishersBe Familiar With Fire Extinguishers



Bomb ThreatBomb ThreatGet as Much Information as PossibleGet as Much Information as PossibleNotify the Police and Building Notify the Police and Building

ManagementManagementDo Not Touch Any Suspicious PackagesDo Not Touch Any Suspicious PackagesClear the Area: Stay Away from Glass Clear the Area: Stay Away from Glass

Windows and DoorWindows and DoorDo Not Block Exits, Sidewalks, or Do Not Block Exits, Sidewalks, or

StreetsStreets



Suspicious Packages and Suspicious Packages and LettersLetters

Unexpected from Someone UnfamiliarUnexpected from Someone UnfamiliarNo Return Address on ItNo Return Address on ItMarked with “Personal” or “Confidential”Marked with “Personal” or “Confidential”Strange Odors or StainsStrange Odors or StainsProtruding Wires or Aluminum FoilProtruding Wires or Aluminum FoilUnusual Weight, Lopsided or Oddly Unusual Weight, Lopsided or Oddly

ShapedShaped Inappropriate or Unusual LabelingInappropriate or Unusual Labeling



Picture of Suspicious Picture of Suspicious PackagePackage



Biological or Chemical AgentBiological or Chemical AgentPut the Package or Envelope in a Put the Package or Envelope in a

Plastic Bag or Cover it in Some WayPlastic Bag or Cover it in Some WayLeave the AreaLeave the AreaWash Hands with Soap and WaterWash Hands with Soap and WaterReport the Incident & Notify PoliceReport the Incident & Notify PoliceDevelop a List of People Exposed to Develop a List of People Exposed to

the Productthe Product



What to Do if there is an What to Do if there is an ExplosionExplosion

Leave the Area / BuildingLeave the Area / Building If there is a Fire:If there is a Fire:

Stay LowStay LowExit QuicklyExit QuicklyCover Your Nose and MouthCover Your Nose and Mouth

If Trapped:If Trapped:Tap on a PipeTap on a PipeUse a Whistle if AvailableUse a Whistle if Available



CHEMICAL AND BIOLOGICAL WEAPONSCHEMICAL AND BIOLOGICAL WEAPONS

Biological AgentsBiological AgentsOrganisms or Toxins that Can Kill or Organisms or Toxins that Can Kill or

Incapacitate PeopleIncapacitate PeopleBiological Agents are: Biological Agents are:

BacteriaBacteriaViruses Viruses ToxinsToxins



Preparing for a Chemical Preparing for a Chemical or Biological Attackor Biological Attack

Disaster Supply Kit & First AidDisaster Supply Kit & First AidRadio & BatteriesRadio & BatteriesFood & WaterFood & WaterDuct Tape & ScissorsDuct Tape & ScissorsPlastic SheetingPlastic SheetingSoap, Water & BleachSoap, Water & Bleach



What To Do During a What To Do During a Chemical or Biological Chemical or Biological

AttackAttackListen to Your RadioListen to Your Radio If Remaining at Home Turn Off HVACIf Remaining at Home Turn Off HVACSeal a Room (10 Sq. Ft./Person = 5 Seal a Room (10 Sq. Ft./Person = 5

Hours)Hours) If Caught Outside:If Caught Outside:

Get Up WindGet Up WindFind a ShelterFind a ShelterListen to Your RadioListen to Your Radio



Symptoms of Exposure to Symptoms of Exposure to ChemicalsChemicals

Blurred VisionBlurred Vision Eye IrritationEye Irritation Difficulty BreathingDifficulty Breathing NauseaNausea



DecontaminationDecontamination

Remove all Clothing (place in plastic Remove all Clothing (place in plastic bag)bag)

Wash with Soap and WaterWash with Soap and Water Remove Contact LensesRemove Contact Lenses Flush Eyes with Lots of WaterFlush Eyes with Lots of Water Wash Face and HairWash Face and Hair Change Into Uncontaminated ClothesChange Into Uncontaminated Clothes Proceed to a Medical FacilityProceed to a Medical Facility



Nuclear and Radiological Nuclear and Radiological AttackAttack

Nuclear ExplosionNuclear Explosion

Radiological Dispersion Device (RDD)Radiological Dispersion Device (RDD)

““Dirty Bomb”Dirty Bomb”



What To Do If What To Do If A Nuclear Attack OccursA Nuclear Attack Occurs

Find a ShelterFind a Shelter Listen to the RadioListen to the Radio Fallout Could be Present for Up To 1 Fallout Could be Present for Up To 1

Month and Wind Will Carry it Hundreds of Month and Wind Will Carry it Hundreds of Miles from the Center (80% - 1 Day Miles from the Center (80% - 1 Day / / 99% - 2 weeks)99% - 2 weeks)

Evacuate to an Unaffected Area Within a Evacuate to an Unaffected Area Within a Few DaysFew Days

Water and Food May be ScarceWater and Food May be Scarce



Homeland Security Homeland Security Advisory SystemAdvisory System

Security Advisory System developed by the Security Advisory System developed by the Federal Office of Homeland SecurityFederal Office of Homeland Security

County and Municipal Guidelines developed County and Municipal Guidelines developed by the Illinois Terrorism Task Forceby the Illinois Terrorism Task Force

Implemented & Coordinated by the Implemented & Coordinated by the Municipality’s ESDA Coordinator by Municipality’s ESDA Coordinator by ordinanceordinance

Is both Community wide and facility specificIs both Community wide and facility specific



Homeland Security Advisory Homeland Security Advisory System is:System is:

A Notification SystemA Notification SystemAn Awareness SystemAn Awareness SystemA Terrorist Deterrent SystemA Terrorist Deterrent System



Homeland Security Homeland Security SystemSystem

5 Threat Levels5 Threat Levels GreenGreen BlueBlue YellowYellow OrangeOrange RedRed

SEVERE

SEVERE RISK OFTERRORIST ATTACKS

HIGH

HIGH RISK OFTERRORIST ATTACKS

ELEVATED

SIGNIFICANT RISK OFTERRORIST ATTACKS

GUARDED

GENERAL RISK OFTERRORIST ATTACKS

LOW

LOW RISK OF TERRORISTATTACKS



Guarded ConditionGuarded Condition

A General Risk of Terrorist AttackA General Risk of Terrorist AttackHold a Household MeetingHold a Household MeetingDevelop a Communication PlanDevelop a Communication PlanApartment Residents - Discuss with Apartment Residents - Discuss with

Building Manager Steps to Be TakenBuilding Manager Steps to Be TakenDiscuss with People any Special Discuss with People any Special

NeedsNeeds



Elevated ConditionElevated Condition

A Significant Risk of Terrorist AttackA Significant Risk of Terrorist AttackBe Observant of Any Suspicious Be Observant of Any Suspicious

Activity and Report to the AuthoritiesActivity and Report to the AuthoritiesDiscuss Plans with NeighborsDiscuss Plans with NeighborsCheck with School Officials - Check with School Officials -

Procedure to Reunite ChildrenProcedure to Reunite Children



High ConditionHigh Condition

A High Risk of Terrorist AttackA High Risk of Terrorist AttackReview Preparedness Measures Review Preparedness Measures

Including Evacuation and ShelteringIncluding Evacuation and ShelteringAvoid High Profile or Symbolic Avoid High Profile or Symbolic

LocationsLocationsExercise Caution when TravelingExercise Caution when Traveling



Severe ConditionSevere Condition

A Severe Risk of Terrorist AttackA Severe Risk of Terrorist AttackAvoid Public Gathering PlacesAvoid Public Gathering PlacesFollow Official Instructions About Follow Official Instructions About

Restrictions to Normal ActivitiesRestrictions to Normal ActivitiesListen to the Radio and TV for Listen to the Radio and TV for

AdvisoriesAdvisoriesPrepare to Evacuate or Shelter-in-Prepare to Evacuate or Shelter-in-

PlacePlace



What is in Place Today!What is in Place Today!

National Response PlanNational Response PlanHomeland Security Advisory SystemHomeland Security Advisory SystemFederal Emergency Management Federal Emergency Management

(FEMA)(FEMA)Department of Homeland SecurityDepartment of Homeland Security



Local and Statewide Local and Statewide AgenciesAgencies

Illinois Terrorism Task ForceIllinois Terrorism Task Force Mutual Aid Box Alarm SystemMutual Aid Box Alarm System Illinois Law Enforcement Alarm SystemIllinois Law Enforcement Alarm System Special Weapons of Mass Destruction TeamsSpecial Weapons of Mass Destruction Teams Illinois Emergency Medical Response TeamIllinois Emergency Medical Response Team Illinois Emergency Management AgencyIllinois Emergency Management Agency Illinois Department of Public HealthIllinois Department of Public Health County Health DepartmentsCounty Health Departments Red Cross, Salvation Army, United WayRed Cross, Salvation Army, United Way Collaborative Healthcare Urgency GroupCollaborative Healthcare Urgency Group Centers for Disease ControlCenters for Disease Control Department of Homeland SecurityDepartment of Homeland Security Poison Control CenterPoison Control Center OthersOthers



The “Goal” of PlanningThe “Goal” of Planning



Disaster Preparedness Disaster Preparedness Equation Equation RPRP22MRMR22

RRisk/ Capability Assessmentsisk/ Capability Assessments PPlanninglanning PPreparednessreparedness MMitigationitigation RResponseesponse RRecoveryecovery



Family-Family-Risk Risk AssessmentAssessment

Identify the Risks/Hazards that are Identify the Risks/Hazards that are relevant to your family and relevant to your family and geographical locationgeographical locationFireFireSevere WeatherSevere WeatherTornadoTornadoExtreme HeatExtreme HeatExtended Loss of PowerExtended Loss of Power



Family-Family-PlanningPlanningDevelop a hazard/risk specific planDevelop a hazard/risk specific planCommunication PlanCommunication PlanEvacuation Plan – EDITHEvacuation Plan – EDITH

Exit Drill In The HomeExit Drill In The HomeReunification PlanReunification Plan



Family-Family-PreparednessPreparednessBe Informed and Plan in advanceBe Informed and Plan in advancePotential Emergencies in your Potential Emergencies in your

community community Can effect your plansCan effect your plans

Learn Local and State Emergency PlansLearn Local and State Emergency Plans Inquire regarding Emergency Plans Inquire regarding Emergency Plans

Work place, School, DaycareWork place, School, Daycare Inquire about Insurance CoverageInquire about Insurance CoveragePractice your plansPractice your plans



Family-Family-MitigationMitigationSteps or tasks to reduce the impact Steps or tasks to reduce the impact

of a disasterof a disasterPrepare an Emergency Supply KitPrepare an Emergency Supply Kit

EvacuationEvacuationStay at HomeStay at Home



Preparation of Emergency Preparation of Emergency Supply KitSupply Kit

WaterWater One gallon of water per person per day for at least three days One gallon of water per person per day for at least three days

Drinking and sanitationDrinking and sanitation FoodFood

Three days of non-perishable foodThree days of non-perishable food Hand Crank Radio NOAA (National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration) Weather Hand Crank Radio NOAA (National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration) Weather

RadioRadio Extra Batteries for bothExtra Batteries for both

Hand Crank Flashlight Hand Crank Flashlight Extra Batteries Extra Batteries

First Aid KitFirst Aid Kit WhistleWhistle Dust MasksDust Masks

Duct tapeDuct tape ScissorsScissors

Moist toilettes, Garbage bags with ties for personal sanitationMoist toilettes, Garbage bags with ties for personal sanitation Wrench or pliers to turn off utilitiesWrench or pliers to turn off utilities Can opener for food Can opener for food Local MapsLocal Maps Cell PhoneCell Phone



Emergency Supply Kit – Emergency Supply Kit – Other items to includeOther items to include

Prescription Meds and Non-prescription medsPrescription Meds and Non-prescription meds Infant Formula and DiapersInfant Formula and Diapers Pet food and Water Pet food and Water Cash or Traveler checksCash or Traveler checks First aid bookFirst aid book Warm blanket of sleeping bag for each member Warm blanket of sleeping bag for each member Change of clothingChange of clothing Household cleaners – bleachHousehold cleaners – bleach Fire extinguisherFire extinguisher Matches in waterproof containerMatches in waterproof container Personal HygienePersonal Hygiene Eating utensilsEating utensils Paper and penPaper and pen Books, games, cardsBooks, games, cards CameraCamera



Water and FoodWater and Food

Store water in clean plastic containersStore water in clean plastic containers Avoid salty foodsAvoid salty foods Ready to eat canned meatsReady to eat canned meats Protein and fruit barsProtein and fruit bars Peanut butterPeanut butter Dried fruit Dried fruit Nuts and crackersNuts and crackers Non-perishable Pasteurized milkNon-perishable Pasteurized milk VitaminsVitamins



Other Emergency Other Emergency DocumentsDocuments

Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, and Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, and other Insurance papersother Insurance papers

Names and information of support networkNames and information of support network Doctors informationDoctors information Communication PlanCommunication Plan Keep documents in a water proof Keep documents in a water proof

container container Legal DocumentsLegal Documents Cash/Credit CardsCash/Credit Cards



Oxygen and breathing Oxygen and breathing equipmentequipment

If you use oxygen, have an If you use oxygen, have an emergency supply (enough for at emergency supply (enough for at least a three-day period). least a three-day period).

Oxygen tanks should be securely Oxygen tanks should be securely braced so they do not fall over. Call braced so they do not fall over. Call your medical supply company your medical supply company regarding bracing instructions. regarding bracing instructions.

If you use breathing equipment, have If you use breathing equipment, have a three-day supply or more of tubing, a three-day supply or more of tubing, solutions, medications and other solutions, medications and other necessary supplies.necessary supplies.



Medical suppliesMedical supplies

Have an extra three-day supply Have an extra three-day supply of any medical supplies you use, of any medical supplies you use, such as bandages, ostomy bags such as bandages, ostomy bags or syringes. or syringes.



Electrically powered medical Electrically powered medical equipmentequipment

For all medical equipment requiring For all medical equipment requiring electrical power — beds, Continuous electrical power — beds, Continuous Positive Airway Pressure Device for Positive Airway Pressure Device for Sleep Apnea, breathing equipment Sleep Apnea, breathing equipment or infusion pumps — check with or infusion pumps — check with your medical supply company and your medical supply company and get information regarding a back-get information regarding a back-up power source such as a battery up power source such as a battery or generator. or generator.



People who can helpPeople who can help

Discuss your disaster plans with your Discuss your disaster plans with your home health care provider. home health care provider.

Ask your local fire department if they Ask your local fire department if they keep a list of people with special keep a list of people with special medical needs; ask to be included if medical needs; ask to be included if they do maintain a list. they do maintain a list.

Keep a list handy of people who can Keep a list handy of people who can help and their phone numbers. help and their phone numbers.



Ask those who form your support Ask those who form your support network to:network to:

Know how to contact you anytime critical Know how to contact you anytime critical information becomes available. information becomes available.

Check on you immediately after an emergency. Check on you immediately after an emergency. Keep a spare set of important keys. Keep a spare set of important keys. Know where your Emergency Supply Kit is Know where your Emergency Supply Kit is

kept. kept. Have copies of important documents, such as Have copies of important documents, such as

information about medication and dosage, information about medication and dosage, equipment, and other needs. equipment, and other needs.

Learn about your personal needs and how to Learn about your personal needs and how to help you in an emergency. help you in an emergency.



Other Important tipsOther Important tips If you receive home-based care (e.g. homecare attendant, home health If you receive home-based care (e.g. homecare attendant, home health

aide, visiting nurse service), include caregivers in developing your plan and aide, visiting nurse service), include caregivers in developing your plan and familiarize yourself with your homecare agency's emergency plan. familiarize yourself with your homecare agency's emergency plan.

If you have a pet or service animal, also plan for his or her needs (i.e. If you have a pet or service animal, also plan for his or her needs (i.e. temporary relocation,temporary relocation,transportation, etc.).transportation, etc.).

If you rely on home-delivered meals, always stock nonperishable food at If you rely on home-delivered meals, always stock nonperishable food at home in case meal deliveries are suspended during an emergency. home in case meal deliveries are suspended during an emergency.

Have a plan with your doctor that addresses emergency prescription refills, Have a plan with your doctor that addresses emergency prescription refills, if possible. if possible.

If you receive dialysis or other medical treatments, find out your provider's If you receive dialysis or other medical treatments, find out your provider's emergency plan, including where your back-up site is located. emergency plan, including where your back-up site is located.

If you rely on medical equipment that requires electric power, contact your If you rely on medical equipment that requires electric power, contact your medical supply company for information regarding a back-up power source medical supply company for information regarding a back-up power source such as a battery. Follow the manufacturer's directions when installing the such as a battery. Follow the manufacturer's directions when installing the equipment and the battery back-up. If you use a portable generator for equipment and the battery back-up. If you use a portable generator for emergency power, follow manufacturer's directions for safe operation, and emergency power, follow manufacturer's directions for safe operation, and check with local fire and building officials for regulations governing check with local fire and building officials for regulations governing generator and fuel use. Ask your utility company if the medical equipment generator and fuel use. Ask your utility company if the medical equipment qualifies you to be listed as a life-sustaining equipment customer. qualifies you to be listed as a life-sustaining equipment customer.

If you rely on oxygen, talk to your vendor about emergency replacements. If you rely on oxygen, talk to your vendor about emergency replacements.



Notification to Utility Companies Notification to Utility Companies and Public Safetyand Public Safety

Some home equipment companies will call and write the following agencies to inform them that you have a medical problem:Fire Department or Emergency Management

AgencyTelephone company.Electric/gas company.

The letter asks that you be placed on the priority list for notification of anticipated interruptions of service.

The letter asks that you be placed on the priority list for service reinstitution in the event of unexpected interruption of service.



NeighborhoodNeighborhood

Talk with neighbors and work Talk with neighbors and work together together

Know if there are special needs of Know if there are special needs of your neighborsyour neighbors

Check on elderly and disabledCheck on elderly and disabledHave back up plans Have back up plans Communicate in advanceCommunicate in advance



School and DaycareSchool and Daycare

Inquire how they will communicate Inquire how they will communicate with family members in an with family members in an emergency emergency

Do they keep enough food, water, Do they keep enough food, water, and other basic suppliesand other basic supplies

Will they Shelter in place or evacuate Will they Shelter in place or evacuate and if they do where will they goand if they do where will they go



Family-RFamily-ResponseesponseExtreme HeatExtreme HeatSevere Winter StormsSevere Winter StormsFloodingFloodingTornadosTornadosPandemic InfluenzaPandemic InfluenzaStay or GoStay or Go



Extreme HeatExtreme Heat Extreme Heat is accompanied by High Extreme Heat is accompanied by High

HumidityHumidity Conditions may be life-threatening if not Conditions may be life-threatening if not

proper precautionsproper precautions Check cooling systemCheck cooling system Check insulation in homeCheck insulation in home Avoid strenuous activityAvoid strenuous activity Stay in cool buildingStay in cool building Drink plenty of waterDrink plenty of water Dress in light, loose fitting clothesDress in light, loose fitting clothes Don’t drink alcoholic beveragesDon’t drink alcoholic beverages Listen to NOAA RadioListen to NOAA Radio NEVER leave pets or children in closed vehicleNEVER leave pets or children in closed vehicle



Severe Winter Storms or Severe Winter Storms or Extreme ColdExtreme Cold

Snow, subzero temperatures, High winds, ice or Snow, subzero temperatures, High winds, ice or heavy rainstormsheavy rainstorms

PreparePrepare Make sure home is properly insulatesMake sure home is properly insulates Familiarize with termsFamiliarize with terms

Freezing RainFreezing Rain SleetSleet Winter Weather AdvisoryWinter Weather Advisory

Make sure supply kit has adequate warm weather Make sure supply kit has adequate warm weather clothing and blanketsclothing and blankets

Make sure you have plenty of gas in carMake sure you have plenty of gas in car If you have a fireplace store wood in case power outageIf you have a fireplace store wood in case power outage Stay insideStay inside Keep updated on weather conditions through a NOAA Keep updated on weather conditions through a NOAA

radioradio



FloodsFloods Flooding is the most common natural Flooding is the most common natural

disasterdisaster Prepare for flooding Prepare for flooding

Elevate electrical panels, furnace, water heaterElevate electrical panels, furnace, water heater If feasible, construct flood barriersIf feasible, construct flood barriers Property insurance does not typically cover flood Property insurance does not typically cover flood

damagedamage Visit and listen to NOAA Watch for current Visit and listen to NOAA Watch for current

weather conditionsweather conditions Know the difference between watch and warningKnow the difference between watch and warning



Watch vs. WarningWatch vs. Warning



Watch and WarningWatch and Warning

A Watch is means there is a A Watch is means there is a possibility of possibility of Flood or thunderstormFlood or thunderstorm

A Warning means the event is A Warning means the event is occurring or will likely occur soonoccurring or will likely occur soon



TornadoesTornadoes

Determine in advance where you will take Determine in advance where you will take sheltershelter Storm cellars or basementStorm cellars or basement No underground shelter go to interior part of No underground shelter go to interior part of

building with no windowsbuilding with no windows High-rise building go to interior in the lowest High-rise building go to interior in the lowest

floor floor Don’t stay in a trailer or mobile home go to a Don’t stay in a trailer or mobile home go to a

foundation with adequate protectionfoundation with adequate protection If no shelter lay in ditch or low laying areaIf no shelter lay in ditch or low laying area DO NOT go under underpass or bridgeDO NOT go under underpass or bridge Keep current with weather conditionsKeep current with weather conditions



Pandemic InfluenzaPandemic Influenza

Discuss with local public health care Discuss with local public health care officialsofficials

Encourage sick individuals to stay Encourage sick individuals to stay home from work and schoolhome from work and school

Practice good health habitsPractice good health habitsStay informed about pandemic Stay informed about pandemic

influenza influenza



Pandemic Influenza Planning for Pandemic Influenza Planning for Home HealthHome Health

Role of Home Health during Pandemic will be defined by State and Role of Home Health during Pandemic will be defined by State and local Regulations and by the degree of Pandemic local Regulations and by the degree of Pandemic

Internal Readiness Assessment needs to be doneInternal Readiness Assessment needs to be done Collaborate with CommunityCollaborate with Community Communication Plans External and InternalCommunication Plans External and Internal Plan for Healthcare Workers to Report to workPlan for Healthcare Workers to Report to work Training on Pandemic Influenza to WorkersTraining on Pandemic Influenza to Workers Home Health Aides may be trained in medication dispensation in Home Health Aides may be trained in medication dispensation in

emergenciesemergencies Train on Palliative Care and Psychological first aid to help cope Train on Palliative Care and Psychological first aid to help cope

with their own stress and stress of family and patientswith their own stress and stress of family and patients May need training on how to handle the increase in number of May need training on how to handle the increase in number of

deathsdeaths Familiarize with Command and Control StructureFamiliarize with Command and Control Structure

A response with clear definitive roles and responsibilities identifiedA response with clear definitive roles and responsibilities identified Home Health Care need to understand Incident Command Structure Home Health Care need to understand Incident Command Structure



National Incident Management National Incident Management SystemSystem

National Incident Management System National Incident Management System was designed so that first responders from was designed so that first responders from different jurisdictions and disciplines can different jurisdictions and disciplines can work together betterwork together better

Respond to disasters and emergencies in a Respond to disasters and emergencies in a manageable and flexible systemmanageable and flexible system Enables Private, Non-government, and Enables Private, Non-government, and

government organizations to utilize the government organizations to utilize the following:following:

Standardized Incident Command System and Standardized Incident Command System and Structure Structure

Resources ManagementResources ManagementMutual AidMutual AidCommon TerminologyCommon Terminology



Pandemic Influenza Supplies and Pandemic Influenza Supplies and Equipment for Home Health CareEquipment for Home Health CareMaintain supplies and equipment to Maintain supplies and equipment to

continue daily operationscontinue daily operationsSupplies needed to protect healthcare Supplies needed to protect healthcare

workersworkersNormal supplies sources may be Normal supplies sources may be

overwhelmed and result in shortagesoverwhelmed and result in shortagesLocal planning within the community Local planning within the community

may aid in the access of necessary may aid in the access of necessary resources resources



Pandemic Influenza Supplies and Pandemic Influenza Supplies and Equipment for Home Health CareEquipment for Home Health Care Assess the need for additional supplies Assess the need for additional supplies

such as food, water, and medications such as food, water, and medications Personal Protective Equipment for staff Personal Protective Equipment for staff NIOSH-Certified N-95 filtering face NIOSH-Certified N-95 filtering face

pieces or higher rated Respiratorspieces or higher rated RespiratorsRespirators need to be used in context as Respirators need to be used in context as

specified in the Occupational Safety and Health specified in the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's respiratory protection standard. Administration's respiratory protection standard.



Emergency Planning for Emergency Planning for PetsPets



Emergency Planning for PetsEmergency Planning for Pets

Prepare an “Emergency Supply Kit” Prepare an “Emergency Supply Kit” for your Petsfor your PetsFoodFoodWaterWaterFirst Aid Kit for PetsFirst Aid Kit for PetsMedical Records and MedicationsMedical Records and MedicationsCollar, leash, harness, tagsCollar, leash, harness, tagsPet CarrierPet CarrierSanitation suppliesSanitation supplies



Emergency Planning for PetsEmergency Planning for Pets

Assess the situationAssess the situation Be prepared to take care of yourself and Be prepared to take care of yourself and

your pet during and emergencyyour pet during and emergency Create a get away planCreate a get away plan Develop a buddy systemDevelop a buddy system

Share your emergency plans and where your Share your emergency plans and where your emergency pet kit is with your buddy emergency pet kit is with your buddy

Talk to your Vet about emergency Talk to your Vet about emergency planningplanning

Gather contact information for emergency Gather contact information for emergency animal treatmentanimal treatment

Stay informed!Stay informed!



Stay or GoStay or Go

Monitor TV and Radio for information Monitor TV and Radio for information or special instructionsor special instructions

If told to seek Medical attention or If told to seek Medical attention or evacuate do so immediatelyevacuate do so immediately



StayingStaying Shelter in Place Shelter in Place

Family and Pets indoorsFamily and Pets indoors Lock doors, close windows, vents, Fire place Lock doors, close windows, vents, Fire place Turn off Air Conditioning and Forced HeatTurn off Air Conditioning and Forced Heat Go to a room in the interior of home with few to Go to a room in the interior of home with few to

now windowsnow windows Bring Emergency supply kitBring Emergency supply kit GeneratorGenerator Seal windows, vents, doors with duct tape and Seal windows, vents, doors with duct tape and

PlasticPlastic Utilize whatever you have to seal gaps – improviseUtilize whatever you have to seal gaps – improvise Call local authoritiesCall local authorities Watch TV, listen to radio or internetWatch TV, listen to radio or internet



Know how to turn off UtilitiesKnow how to turn off Utilities

WaterWaterElectric Electric GasGasKeep tools near shut-off valvesKeep tools near shut-off valvesEducate family members how to Educate family members how to

operateoperate If you turn off gas a professional If you turn off gas a professional

must turn back on!must turn back on!



EvacuationEvacuation

Plan where to meet with familyPlan where to meet with family Keep gas in carKeep gas in car Know alternate routesKnow alternate routes If no car plan on how you will leaveIf no car plan on how you will leave Bring Emergency supply kit Bring Emergency supply kit Lock your home Lock your home Take petsTake pets Call out of state contacts from family Call out of state contacts from family

communication plancommunication plan Leave a note to inform others where you are Leave a note to inform others where you are

going and when you have leftgoing and when you have left



Family-RFamily-Recoveryecovery Identify Emotional or Psychological Identify Emotional or Psychological

Impact Impact Seek Professional HelpSeek Professional Help

Identify alternative dwelling sitesIdentify alternative dwelling sitesEnsure adequate insurance coverageEnsure adequate insurance coverageDocument all losses including photosDocument all losses including photosPlanning for family lossPlanning for family loss



Websites for more Websites for more informationinformation

United States Department of Homeland SecurityUnited States Department of Homeland Security www.ready.govwww.ready.gov

Federal Emergency Management SystemFederal Emergency Management System www.fema.gov/www.fema.gov/ Pandemic FluPandemic Flu www.pandemicflu.govwww.pandemicflu.gov The American Red CrossThe American Red Cross www.redcross.orgwww.redcross.org Collaborative Healthcare Urgency GroupCollaborative Healthcare Urgency Group www.chughurt.comwww.chughurt.com The Centers for Disease ControlThe Centers for Disease Control www.cdc.govwww.cdc.gov Medical Reserve CorpsMedical Reserve Corps www.medicalreservecorps.govwww.medicalreservecorps.gov Department of Homleland SecurityDepartment of Homleland Security www.dhs.gov www.dhs.gov NOAA Weather RadioNOAA Weather Radio

www.weather.gov/nwer/special_needs.htmwww.weather.gov/nwer/special_needs.htm Illinois Emergency Management AgencyIllinois Emergency Management Agency

http://www.state.il.us/iema/http://www.state.il.us/iema/ Center for Defense Information www.cdi.orgCenter for Defense Information www.cdi.org***Check your local health department websites for further ***Check your local health department websites for further

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