Disaster Preparedness

2. SUNDAY SUN SPECIAL JUNE 29, 2014

Stories by NICK NUNES

JUNE 29, 2014 SUNDAY SUN SPECIAL. 3

BEING A SMALL ISLAND nation, Barbados is subjectto many possible disasters. Hurricanes, waves,flooding, fires and earthquakes are the top priorities,these are the most prominent possibilities for thisisland. Thankfully, Barbados has not had any recentmass casualty events. However, hoping for the bestdoesnʼt mean disregarding preparations for the worst. A disaster is any situation that causes humansuffering or creates human needs that victims cannotalleviate without assistance. It is important to know thedifferent types of disasters in order to properly prepareand respond to an emergency. • Natural disaster – an event or force of nature that hascatastrophic consequences and a large amount of damage to property, loss of life, injuries, economicloss and environmental loss.• Terrorism or mass casualty disaster – the use of violence and intimidation in the pursuit of political,religious or ideological goals.• Bioterrorism – the deliberate release of viruses,bacteria or other germs (agents) used to cause illnessor death in people, animals or plants. Agents can be spread through the air, water or in food and arecategorised by how severe a threat they pose to the public.• Epidemic and pandemic – an outbreak affecting a large number of people, occurring naturally with no human introduction of disease causing agents.• Epidemic – a widespread outbreak of an infectiousdisease where many people are infected at the sametime. Epidemics usually spread very easily and quickly;and cause severe and often life-threatening symptoms. • Pandemic – an epidemic that affects multiplegeographic areas at the same time.Types of natural disasters:• Earthquakes• Extreme heat• Winter weather• Hurricanes• Landslides and mudslides• Tornados• Tsunamis• Volcanos • Wildfires• FloodsPrior disasters• Joplin Tornado (2011)

• Hurricane Katrina (2005)• Hurricane Irene (2011)• September 11, 2001• Chernobyl (1986) • Japan Earthquake andTsunami (2011)• Haiti Earthquake (2010)• San Francisco Earthquake (1906)• H1N1 (2009)• Spanish Influenza (1918)• Polio (1952)• Super Tuesday Tornado Outbreak

(2008)• Blizzard of 1999• Storm of the Century (1993)• SARS in Asia (2002)• London Train Bombing (2005) • Anthrax Attacks (2001)• Hurricane Ike (September 2008)

• Hurricane Rita (September2005)• Hurricane Ivan (2004)• Hurricane Janet (1955)• Hurricane Tomas (2010)• Hurricane Ernesto (2012)

DISASTERS AFFECT us the worldover, so letʼs be prepared. (GP)

IF IT SEEMS that the subject ofthe global climate is constantlyin the news and on the minds of millions and that the topic isdistressingly worn out, that isbecause it bears repeating.Especially for a small islandnation like Barbados, climatechange is evident and moredetrimental than it appears on continents.

Recently, Barbados hostedthe World Environment Daycelebrations with representativesfrom across the world. Thesubject of Barbadosʼ coastlinesand reefs is a major concern,especially with rising sea levelsand temperatures.

For several decades, Barbados has been one of the louder voices at the United Nations about the concerns of climate change and environmentalsustainability as it relates to all small island states.

The problem of climate change doesnʼt simplyaffect the beauty of Barbadosʼ coasts, reefs and sealife, but the ability to sustain a habitable environmentfor the future of society.

According to the Intergovernmental Panel onClimate Change, an increase of greenhouse gasesin the atmosphere will probably boost temperaturesover most land surfaces. The melting of the glaciersdisplaces water levels causing unprecedented risesin sea level and a lowering of the salinity of theworldʼs oceans.

An increase in global temperatures includesincreased risk of drought and increased intensity of storms, including tropical cyclones with higherwind speeds, a wetter Asian monsoon and, possibly, more intense mid-latitude storms.

Hotter summers, colder winters, increased stormfrequency and speeds are all things that will beaffected by the changing of the global climate. Thesetypes of changes can cause seasons to becomedisparate. Rather than a fruitful rainy season, rainsmay come in one large deluge accompanied by more problems than benefits.

More heat and water in the atmosphere andwarmer sea surface temperatures could providemore fuel to increase the wind speeds of tropicalstorms. Since the 1980s, natural disaster frequencyhas exploded. More than double the previousnumber of natural disasters are being seen each year in comparison to prior decades.

Practising sustainable living and eco-friendlyhabits have become more than a suggestion to theway humans interact with the environment. There is no debate on climate change, the facts areirrefutable and the need for humanity as a whole to work towards protection of the ecosystem,prevention of it worsening and preparing for the damages already done is upon us.

“The current models for 2014 predict a calmerseason than the previous five years. Resting onlaurels is only a way to mutually ensure destructionwhen catastrophe hits. Meteorologists havepredicted around 11 named storms for this yearʼsseason with postulations that none will achievestatus over Category 3, but when it comes topreparedness, itʼs better to be safe than sorry.”


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DIAGRAM showing the progress of a tsunami.(GP)

CLIMATE CHANGE can also result in more earthquakes. (GP)


Storms Hurricanes (called typhoons in the western Pacific andtropical cyclones in the Indian Ocean) are massivelydangerous weather anomalies that can reach an altitudeof 15 240 metres or more, where the rising air finally ventsinto spiralling exhaust jets of cirrus clouds. The largestever, the 1979 Pacific Typhoon Tip, sent gale-force windsat peaks of 305 kilometres per hour across more than965.6 kilometres. Even an average hurricane packs some1.5 trillion watts of power in its winds – equivalent to abouthalf the worldʼs entire electrical generating capacity. Like all weather, hurricanes are fuelled by heat – theheat of sun-drenched tropical seas, which powers thestorms by sending warm, moist air rushing towards thefrigid upper atmosphere like smoke up a chimney. Assurrounding air is sucked in at the base of the storm,Earthʼs rotation gives it a twist, creating a whirl of rainbands. These whiptails of thunderstorm activity arestrongest where they converge in a ring of rising, spinningair, the eye wall, which encloses the cloud-free eye. Three monster storms were part of an unmatched run of Atlantic hurricanes – 15 in all in the last decade. With a total of 27 named tropical storms, 2005 was the firstyear meteorologists exhausted their preseason list of 21 Atlantic cyclone names and had to dip into theGreek alphabet for the latecomers. With increases in global temperatures, the heatnecessary for superstorms to form is in abundance.Though storm frequency may decrease, the intensity is sure to skyrocket. Super Typhoon Haiyan hit South EastAsia in November last year. Today, we have satelliteimaging that can show us the extent of these supercells. It is possible that the future holds more Herculean stormsthan Haiyan and thereʼs no predicting when theyʼll hit. It is important to have an emergency kit ready and to know your evacuation plan before the need to usethem. Storm proofing your home (Page 8), setting up your kit (Page 14) and making your plan (Page 15) will all be covered in this feature.

Volcanos Luckily, Barbados is not a volcanicisland. However, just because thereis no close volcanic neighbour to blanket our island in lava and ash,it does not mean that the threat isnʼtthere. Volcanos register on theVolcanic Explosivity Index (VEI). When a volcano erupts, it is an unpredictable force that candisplace millions and affect peoplemany kilometres away from the epicentre. The devastation of Vesuvius in Pompeii in AD 79 registered VEI 6 and Mount St Helens in 2008 registered at VEI 5. Putting those in perspective is the potential for the eruption of a supervolcano that would register at VEI 8. The last eruption of a supervolcano

happened over 25 000 years ago on the North Island of New Zealand.There are at least sevensupervolcanic zones stretchedacross the planet that could blanketthe Earth in ash similar to thedevastation of a massive nuclearwinter. If one of these monstrositieswere to emerge from slumber, the backlash would be almost unimaginable. From falling temperatures to dyingcrops and toxic air, the threat of a supervolcano is always thereand impossible to predict. Unfortunately, in the event of a supervolcanic eruption, there arefew things to do. Finding shelteraway from danger and implementingyour emergency plan will all becomepart of basic survival.

THE THREAT of a supervolcanois always there and impossibleto predict (GP)

OUR PLANETis alive and full ofenergy. The livingEarth moves and breathes.

Below the crustthat we live on is a torrid cycle of currents in molten rock thatdrive the tectonics of the Earth.

Mostly, from a human point of view, themovements are slow andmeasured and gounnoticed. Butevery once in awhile, the pressure of rubbing tectonic plates on theEarthʼs surface explodes and we feel the tremors.

In the event of an earthquake:• If you are outside, move away from power lines,

trees and buildings.• If you are inside, stay away from windows,

mirrors, cupboards and shelves.• Take cover under a sturdy table or desk. Hold

on to it.• You can also stand under a doorway; it

is one of the strongest foundations of a house.• Be prepared for possible shaking after the

main quake.• If you are in a high building, stay out of the

elevators and stairways.• A family can prepare for an earthquake by

having flashlights, helmets and sturdy shoes, a firstaid kit, a fire extinguisher, bottled water, canned foodand a can opener.

• Stay calm.

WavesThere are different types of megawaves that

present a disastrous nature. A tsunami is a giantwave caused by the rapid displacement of water.Generally, tsunamis are caused by earthquakes,volcanic eruptions and other underwater explosions(including detonations of underwater nucleardevices), landslides, glacier displacement, meteorite impacts, and other disturbances above or below water.

Unlike normal waves, tsunamis resemble a rapidlyrising tide rather than breaking waves and usuallyoccur in a series called a wave train. Waves have a ridge and a trough, if the first part to arrive at shoreis the ridge, a massive breaking wave or suddenflooding will be the first effect noticed on land.However if the first part to arrive is a trough, a drawback will occur as the shoreline recedesdramatically, exposing normally submerged areas.This would be the time to run for higher ground.

A tidal surge is the rapid increase in tidal level dueto a storm surge. In the event of a hurricane ortropical storm, there may be warnings of possiblesurges in the tide at which point evacuation may benecessary. Listen to officials and plan accordingly.

PandemicA pandemic is when an infectious agent is spread

across populations across large regions. Throughouthuman history there have been several devastatingpandemics. Most recently, the H1N1 outbreak in2009 is classified as a pandemic. Other pandemicsinclude the spread of HIV/AIDS, smallpox, Spanishflu, tuberculosis, measles and malaria to name a few.

In 1918, the Spanish flu infected 40 per cent of theglobal population and killed more people than thetotal death count of World War I. In 1957, the Asianflu H2N2 claimed two million lives.

Many of these diseases are preventable viavaccination that saves lives and others can beguarded against by use of protection and carefulnessin sanitation. In the event of a pandemic, it isimportant to know what emergency procedures are being implemented by the Government and to have sterile first-aid and hygienic protection readily available.


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OUTDOOR SKILLS and general survival techniquesshould be more commonly encouraged and practised.Familiarity with your surroundings and dynamicplanning for all circumstances should be a de factoaspect of universal knowledge. Especially in regard to civilisations living in thetropical regions of the world, the potential fordevastating storms should not just be accepted butprepared for by educating the general populous on basic emergency skills. Despite the relative luck of Barbadosʼ aversion to climatological devastation, a sound reserve of critical knowledge in crisishandling can prove to be truly prudent. The Barbados Red Cross Society exists as a driving force to facilitate the training and gainingof knowledge necessary to undertake and overcomea variety of region specific situations. The desire to learn and improve on any aspect, especially in relation to personal and community welfare, of betterment should be nurtured. With focuses on community education and institutionalpreparedness, volunteering with the Red Cross is a valuable option for those concerned withincreasing their level of awareness. The Red Cross has invaluable tools at its disposalfor the training of community members, individuals or businesses, in an array of practical, vital andresourceful assets. The non-profit organisation offerscourses in disaster management as well as many other emergency roles. Volunteers from thecommunity can be trained as Community DisasterResponse Team members, with schooling providedin areas such as:

• Fire safety and prevention• Basic search and rescue• First aid• Initial damage assessment• Initial psychological and social care• Shelter management

Whether you take a class, volunteer aid or donate

to the Red Cross, you arefurthering the ability of thecommunity to pull together andprevail when tragedy strikes. Akin to the efforts of theBarbados Red Cross, theBarbados Department of Emergency Management (DEM)strives to promote and maintain a comprehensive National Disaster

Management Programme. Throughthe offering of classes, hands-ontraining, hurricane tracking and theuse of volunteers, the DEM alsoserves as an important resource to be utilised in the pursuit of knowledge expansion anddevelopment of personal andcommunity preparedness. Regardless of the severity

of past hurricanes, readyingyourself and your community forany possibility of catastrophicoccurrences can only serve to strengthen and unite people. Rather than flipping the coin on your safety, take the chance to advance your level of vigilancebefore necessity dictates.

LEARNING CPR can help you to save a life should disaster strike. (GP)

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ITʼS AUGUST AND that means, ʼtis theseason to be ready. And homereadiness is no joke with theincreasing frequency and strength of hurricanes with every interval.Luckily, Barbados has been blessedwith a low number of catastrophiccataclysms, but that is no reason to rest on laurels when natureʼs courserarely bends to the predictions. Many aspects of home readinesscan be minimal if frequentmaintenance is observed throughoutthe year. Leaky ceilings, small cracksin walls and rickety hinges can spiralinto devastating infrastructure damageif not pre-emptively addressed. Take a tour of your home andinspect for potential weak areas in theworst of scenarios. A heavy pottedplant can easily become a dangerousprojectile in 200 kilometres per hourwinds. Lawn and hanging ornamentsshould also catch your eye. Whenhurricane force winds blow, those tinyleaks and unreinforced boards canbecome floodgates to the wrath of an indifferent gale. Be certain to have a quick contingency plan formaking your abode sound and stormworthy. Up on the roof, reserve a goodamount of time to inspecting your tiles,shingles or galvanised house hat.Replacing damaged areas is the bestoption, best to patch leaks before thelevee breaks. Any weakness on top of your house can easily translate to unrelenting wind and water damage

if left untreated. Poorly attachedgalvanise can be peeled back like a tuna can and unsecured shinglesand tiles can create a domino effectunder extreme stress. Doors are gateways to yourdomicile; best not to leave themwithout reinforcement against thepotential of a heavy hitting hurricane.Well kept hinges and sturdy materialsare their own reward in the long run. Take a trip to the hardware storeand ask a few questions about thedurability of your homestead. Do notneglect your windows. Wind alone candecimate your frames and debris inthe fray ramps up the need for safety.If you canʼt afford storm shutters,some good 3/4-inch plywood cut to fitand wellfortified should do the trick. Know the landscape of yourpersonal property. Take a macroscopiclook around your home and accountfor the potential of even small treesand any objects not firmly attached to the ground. Know the contours of your land. Find out the likely areasthat enable water accumulation andcircumvent the potential for thatdisaster before its need. Sealingcracked concrete can eliminate thepotential for another heavyweightprojectile. If you keep up to date on your homerepairs, informed on the situation ofthe hurricane season, and have youremergency supplies and contingencyplans set, then you should be ready to weather any prospective storms. INSPECT YOUR HOME and storm proof it, one can never be too sure. (GP)

BEFORE DISASTER HITS, pet owners should considerthe safety of their furry friends in the event the worstcomes to pass. It is good practice to maintain anemergency kit, not only for yourself and your family, but for your pets as well.

Ideally, a pet kit should contain relevant suppliesneeded in case of a disaster. All pets should haveidentification collars with relevant information andowners should maintain an up-to-date photographicrecord of each pet.

When compiling a disaster kit for your pet, it is goodto look into purchasing a carrier or a cage for youranimal. Make certain that all the supplies in your kit aremarked and accounted for with owner information.

What to pack inside your pet kit:• Detailed list of belongings• Identification• Leash or harness • Muzzle (if necessary)• Medication• Vaccination/medical records• Food for two to four days• Water for two to four days• Food/water bowls• Special care instructions• Newspaper and trash bags for clean-upAnimals have more acute hearing and heightened

awareness of natural phenomena than humans do.During a hurricane, with thunder, lightning and highwinds, animals are likely to become agitated and scared.

A hurricane is a low-pressure system; dogs and catscan sense this change and may become disoriented. It is important to heed weather warnings and ensuretheir safety. Animals left on leashes outdoors or in insubstantial outside shelters risk being injured by debris or by their own struggles to find sanctuaryfrom the storm.

If you are unable to make arrangements for yourpets to be fostered at a safe area during the storm, it isbest to find a shelter or pet-friendly hotel that can serve as a temporary home for you and your pet during thecritical period.

Those that intend to stay put during a hurricaneshould remember that the pressure change can confuseyour animalʼs senses and cause them to becomefrantic. Pets should be kept comfortable and safe from falling or breakable objects if they are beingsafeguarded indoors during the storm. The bathroom is a good place to keep dogs and cats to have themcorralled and abated.

Even with ample food and water in your home, it is best not to leave your pet alone during a majortropical storm. After storms, scents and landmarks mayhave changed. This alteration of environment should betaken into account when reintroducing your pet to oncefamiliar properties. It is important to keep dogs on theirleashes until they are able to orient themselves andbecome more confident in their surroundings.

Itʼs good to remember that, for disasterpreparedness, canned tuna is full of protein and ahealthy supply can benefit both your family and yourpets.

Make sure to set up your evacuation plan andemergency kits before the action is necessary.

Preparedness will facilitate a smooth, routine layoutof steps to be taken in the event of catastrophe and youcan stand firm in the face of natural chaos.

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SUSPEND DISBELIEF and imagine if tomorrowthe Government was to send out an alert thatacross the globe an infection was spreading,causing those infected to behave in a manneruncharacteristic of any ailment besides thefictions of the undead. It is unsure whether the zombies are slow andstumbling a la Evil Dead or strong, fast andaggressive akin to Resident Evil, but the case is clear. There is imminent danger and a need to evacuate. Firstly, the announcement is made and sheltersand procedures are announced via all broadcastmediums. Remain calm and pack up youremergency kit, a checklist of which will be provided on Page 14 of this feature. Be readyand have your evacuation plan and necessitieseasily accessible. Remain together and calm as separation leadsto panic and panic leads to failure to survive.Once supplies are ready, if your house is notsound enough to prevent an invasion, it is time to move. Vigilance is paramount to survival andfirst aid is a priority. Being infected is the mostimportant thing to avoid. Cardio is immeasurably important. If you canʼtoutrun your foe, then you slow down andendanger the group. Fitness is important; in theevent that a vantage point is a good distanceaway, then you will need to have a constitutionstrong enough to endure a long journey. Be prepared and always know your escaperoute. Durable and comfortable footwear is just as important as warm clothing and all other supplies. Good luck.

IF YOUʼRE PREPARED FOR a zombieoutbreak you are prepared for anydisaster. (GP)

ONE OF THE THINGS many peopleseemingly enjoy doing, as if it were apast-time, is to venture outside toinvestigate various areas after a disasterhas struck – especially following severelybad weather. The professional and evenamateur photographer alike, apparentlyderives much pleasure from snappingshots of the worse hit areas. Emergency personnel advise that thisis not a good thing to do. They state thatyou should stay out of disaster areaswhich could be dangerous, since yourpresence could actually interfere withessential rescue and recovery work.

In addition, since some buildings maybe weak as a result of flooding and treesmay be left leaning, you stand thechance of becoming a casualty. Youshould also take care not to drive unlessyou must, since roads should be leftclear for emergency vehicles and debrisremoval equipment. Remember, debris-filled streets are dangerous. Along the island's coast, andsometimes even inland, soil may erodebeneath pavement or bridge supports,which could collapse under the weight ofa car. Be wary of inland flooding. If youand your loved ones are returning homefrom am emergency shelter, take allsafety precautions, including thefollowing:

• Do not use the telephone except for

major emergencies. • Beware of loose or dangling powerlines. Lives are sometimes lost throughelectrocution. • Walk or drive cautiously. Look out fordebris or even dead animals. • Do not use water until you receiveword that it is safe. Eat only foods youare absolutely sure are safe. If powerhas been out, food that wasrefrigerated or frozen may not be safeto eat. • Do not light candles and do notattempt to turn on utilities on your own. • Use care handling power tools,lanterns, generators and matches. • Call your insurance company to file aclaim if your home is damaged. Askyour insurance company for financialhelp. • Listen to local radio stations forofficial disaster relief information andinstructions.


• Arthur• Bertha• Cristobal• Dolly• Edouard• Fay• Gonzalo• Hanna• Isais• Josephine• Kyle• Laura• Marco• Nana• Omar• Paulette• Rene• Sally• Teddy• Vicky• Wilfred

FALLEN TREES and power linespresent a clear and present dangerafter a storm. (FP)

Storm namesfor 2014


Food and water• Water – 11 litres (one gallon) per personper day (store in clean plastic containers,change every six months for freshness)• Non-perishable food or ready-to-eatcanned food and juices (three day supply,change every six months for freshness)• Snack foods for children•Baby food

First aid• Sterile adhesive bandages in assortedsizes• Surgical masks• Assorted sizes of safety pins• Cleansing agent or soap• Packet of cotton wool • Latex gloves (two pairs)• 2-inch sterile gauze pads (four to six)• 4-inch sterile gauze pads (four to six)• Triangular bandages (three)• Non-prescription drugs• Antibiotic ointment• 2-inch sterile roller bandages (3 rolls)• Scissors• Tweezers• Needles (two to four)• Moistened towelettes• Antiseptic• Thermometer• Tongue blades (two)• Tube of petroleum jelly or other lubricant• Tampons (large pack for multi-use)

Non-prescription drugs• Aspirin and non-aspirin pain relievers• Anti-diarrhoea medication• Antacid• Laxative• Gravol (for nausea)

Sanitation• Toilet paper (four to six), towelettes(sixteen)• Towels• Soap, liquid detergent• Feminine products/supplies• Personal hygiene items (deodorant,mouthwash, etcetera)• Plastic garbage bags, ties (for personalsanitation use)• Plastic bucket with tight lid• Disinfectant

• Household chlorine bleach

Special requirements• Remember the disabled• Infant care supplies (formula, diapers,medication, powdered milk, etcetera)• Elderly care supplies • Heart and high blood pressuremedication• Insulin• Prescription drugs• Eye care (contact lenses, spectacles)

• Pet care (food, water, necessarycleaning supplies, etcetera)

Tools and supplies• Batteries (AA, AAA, etcetera, atleast four of each)• Battery operated radio• Flashlights (two)• Utility knife• Manual can opener• Whistle• Pliers• Duct tape, electrical tape• Aluminum foil• Matches in waterproof container• Signal flare• Needles, thread• Fire extinguisher: small canister,ABC type• Plastic storage containers• Cash, change• Paper, pen or pencil• Ziplock bags• Paper cups, plates and plasticutensils• Steel wool • Blankets

Documents• Waterproof containers• Passports and health records• Family records (birth, marriage,death certificates)• Will and property information• Financial records (accountnumbers, credit card numbers andcompany information)• Insurance policies• Deeds, contracts, stocks, bonds,etcetera• Inventory of valuable property

FIRST-AIDsupplies area must. (GP)

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1. IDENTIFY THE TYPESof emergencies that are possible in your area.

2. Pick a meeting place for yourfamily to regroup in case zombiesinvade your home . . . or your townevacuates because of a hurricane or wildfire.

One place right outside the homefor sudden emergencies and oneplace outside of your neighbourhoodin case you are not able to returnhome right away.

3. Identify your emergencycontacts. This includes the phonenumbers of all of the members of your family, the local police andfire department, your local zombieresponse team, and the contact for the Department of EmergencyManagement.

4. Plan an evacuation route thatwould allow you to get out of townfast in an emergency where time isof the essence.

Plan where you would go andthink of multiple routes you couldtake so that the undead donʼt have a chance. This is also helpful whennatural disasters strike and you have to take shelter quickly.

5. As an exercise, draw up a mapof your area highlighting the notableplaces for shelter and emergencypreparation and plan a route withyour family.

IN THE EVENT of a natural disaster make sure that you have an escape plan of action to get you and yourfamily out of harmʼs way as quickly as possible. (FP)


“WONDER WHY zombies, zombie apocalypseand zombie preparedness continue to live or walk dead on a CDC [Centers for DiseaseControl and Prevention] website? As it turns out,what first began as a tongue in cheek campaignto engage new audiences with preparednessmessages has proven to be a very effectiveplatform. “[We continue to reach and engage a wide variety of audiences on all hazardspreparedness via Zombie Preparedness and as our own director Dr Ali Khan [said] ʻIf you are generally well equipped to deal with a zombie apocalypse, you will be prepared for a hurricane, pandemic, earthquake or terroristattack." “So please log on, get a kit, make a plan andbe prepared!” – CDC.

KEEPING FIT is ideal for any situation, be prepared. (FP)


Antibiotics Antiseptic

Bandages Batteries Biological Blankets

Community

Disaster Disease Duct tape

Earthquake Emergency EvacuateExercise

FirstAid Flares Flashlight

Gauze Government

Hospital Hurricane

Infection Injury Insurance

Management

Outbreak

Pandemic Perishable Plan Police Power Prevention

Quarantine

Radio Redcross Response Roguewave

Shelter Sterile Storage Survival

Towels Training Tsunami

Volcano

Warning Watch Waterproof Weather

CATEGORY 1 SHELTERS

ST MICHAELWestbury Primary SchoolSt Leonardʼs Boysʼ Secondary SchoolSt Stephenʼs Primary SchoolEllerslie Secondary SchoolGeorge Lamming Primary SchoolCombermere SchoolCharles F. Broome Memorial SchoolSt Matthewʼs Primary SchoolThe University of The West IndiesPRIVATELY OWNED BUSINESS SHELTERS

Black Rock Seventh Day Adventist ChurchDalkeith Methodist Church

ST LUCYIgnatius Byer Primary SchoolPRIVATELY OWNED BUSINESS SHELTERS

Connell Town Pentecostal House Of Prayer

ST PETERRoland Edwards Primary SchoolColeridge and Parry School

ST JAMESGordon Greenidge Primary SchoolQueenʼs College

ST THOMASHillaby/Turnerʼs Hall Primary SchoolThe Lester Vaughan School

ST ANDREWSt Andrew Primary/A DaCosta Edwards

ST JOSEPHSt Bernardʼs Primary School

ST GEORGEEllerton Primary SchoolCuthbert Moore Primary School

ST JOHNSt John Primary School

ST PHILIPHilda Skeene Primary SchoolSt Philip Primary SchoolReynold Weekes PrimaryPRIVATELY OWNED BUSINESS SHELTERS

Six Roads Church Of ChristSix Roads Seventh-Day Adventist


Safe portsfrom thestorm

IF YOUʼRE NOT SURE your home will withstand the onslaught of the storm,itʼs best to wait it out in a nearby shelter. (FP)

•Continued on next page.


CATEGORY 1 SHELTERS

CHRIST CHURCHBlackman and Gollop Primary SchoolChrist Church Girls SchoolChrist Church Foundation SchoolArthur Smith Primary SchoolSt Christopher Primary SchoolGordon Walters Primary SchoolPRIVATELY OWNED BUSINESS SHELTERS

Hawthorn Methodist Church

CATEGORY 2 PUBLIC SCHOOL SHELTERS

ST MICHAELBarbados Community CollegeSt Paulʼs Primary SchoolDeacons Primary SchoolSt Stephenʼs Primary SchoolGraydon Sealy Secondary SchoolLuther Thorne Memorial Grantley Prescod MemorialHarrison CollegeHindsbury Primary SchoolSt Ambrose Primary SchoolSt Maryʼs Primary SchoolWesley Hall Junior

Wilkie Cumberbatch Primary SchoolThe St Michael SchoolWesley Hall InfantsʼEagle Hall PrimaryPRIVATELY OWNED BUSINESS SHELTERS

Fairfield Gospel HallSt Matthewʼs ChurchChapman Street Church Of GodGovernment Hill Seventh Day Adventist St Barnabas Day Care Centre

ST LUCYDaryll Jordan SecondaryPRIVATELY OWNED BUSINESS SHELTERS

Hope Road Church of the NazareneSt Lucy Parish Church

ST PETERAlexandra SchoolAll Saints PrimaryPRIVATELY OWNED BUSINESS SHELTERS

St Philip-the-Less Church

ST JAMESSt James PrimaryWest Terrace Primary

ST THOMASHoly Innocentʼs PrimaryWelches Primary

ST JOSEPHGrantley Adams Memorial

ST JOHNSt Margarets Primary

ST GEORGESt George PrimaryPRIVATELY OWNED BUSINESS SHELTERS

St George Parish Church

ST PHILIPBayleys PrimaryPrincess Margaret SecondarySt Catherines PrimaryPRIVATELY OWNED BUSINESS SHELTERS

Four Square Nazarene ChurchGemswick Nazarene ChurchRuby Nazarene ChurchSt Catherines Church

CHRIST CHURCHMilton Lynch PrimarySt Lawrence PrimaryPRIVATELY OWNED BUSINESS SHELTERS

Christ Church Parish ChurchSalvation Army Church (Wotton)St Christopher ChurchSt Matthias Church

Shelters in your district•From Page 18.

IF YOUʼRE uncertain whether yourhouse can withstand the effects of ahurricane go to the shelter nearestyou. (FP)

20. SUNDAY

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