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EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESSYou could be next…
EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS
Please review the CD contents for much more information.
EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS
Why Plan? Stay alive Avoid injury Survive in relative comfort Protect belongings Be able to assist others To help remain calm – follow the plan
EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS
Why Prepare? Reduce fear and anxiety Increase odds of survival
Good luck = Opportunity (good or bad) + Preparation
Bad luck = “fail to plan = plan to fail”
EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS
If you aren’t at the epicenter, there is a great chance you can survive in relative comfort
There are different things to be done at each level of a disaster by people in all areas
WHAT IS AN EMERGENCY?PERSONAL
Personal / Family Car accident Heart attack Stroke Falling down
Broken bones Blood loss
Diabetes Shock from lack of sugar
WHAT IS AN EMERGENCY?MAN-MADE
Man-Made Power Outage Refinery/Chemical Plant Explosion Nuclear Power Plant Failure Terrorist Act War
WHAT IS AN EMERGENCY? NATURAL DISASTER
I can tell you one thing: The Earth is out to kill us
Natural Disaster Tornado Hurricane Tsunami / Flooding Earthquake Public health emergency
Avian Flu SARS
FEMA LIST OF DISASTERS TO PREPARE FOR
Chemical Dam Failure Earthquake Fire or Wildfire Flood Hazardous Material Heat Hurricane Landslide Nuclear Power Plant Emergency Terrorism Thunderstorm Tornado Tsunami Volcano Wildfire Winter Storm
Click on any of the above links to learn more
EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS
NO matter how you want to classify it, basic preparation can ensure you are ready for many types of emergency situations.
Think of it as camping; what would you need?
Can be as elaborate or simple as you want, just so long as you have something.
EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS
What does it take? According to FEMA
Get informed Make a plan Make a disaster supply kit Review your plan and kit
PERSONAL EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS
Worst case scenario: you are incapacitated
What do the people treating you need? Medical information Contact information Insurance
Are you ready? What’s your plan? Does it include one of or something like
these?
PREPARE YOUR PERSONAL HISTORY PERSONAL EMERGENCY
PREPARE YOUR CELL PHONE PERSONAL EMERGENCY
“ICE” Your Cell Phone
If you can’t tell paramedics who you are, your cell phone can help emergency responders and healthcare workers to identify you and notify your loved ones. Just program your cell phone’s telephone book with the codeword “ICE” (In Case of Emergency)
Emergency workers look for the codeword ICE when they turn to your phone. Help them save your life. Program your phone today.
In Case of Emergency1. Open your cell phone telephone book to create a new entry.
Instead of entering the name of a person, enter the word “ICE”.2. Enter the phone number of the person you would want contacted
in an emergency. To list multiple contacts, name the entries ICE1, ICE2, etc.
EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS
Let’s watch a video prepared by FEMA and the American Red Cross
The video is in eight segments
There’ll be more specific information supplied in addition to the video
And a few side detours
FEMA – FEDERAL EMERGENCY MGMT AGENCY
FEMA – GET INFORMED
FEMA – GET INFORMED
Know evacuation routes Get a GPS / maps
What is your work emergency plan? Phone number(s) to find out if work is closed?
Have a NOAA weather alert radio Tone alarm: The National Weather Service will send
a 1050 Hz tone alarm before most warning and many watch messages are broadcast. The tone will activate all the receivers which are equipped to receive it, even if the audio is turned off.
Know what emergencies you might face
FEMA – MAKE A PLAN
HAVE A PLAN
Have an out-of-town contact Depending on the situation, it may be easier to get
a long–distance telephone line than to call across town.
So, the best emergency contact person for separated family members might be someone who lives out of town.
You still may have trouble getting through, or the whole telephone system may be down, but be patient.
Be sure every member of your family knows the emergency contact person’s telephone number and has coins or a prepaid phone card.
HAVE A PLAN
Choose meeting places In case family members cannot go home,
choose a place to meet near your home. In case family members must leave the
area entirely, choose a meeting place far enough away from your home that it should be safe and reachable.
HAVE A PLAN
Write down each family member’s date of birth and social security number.
Keep a list of their work, school and/or daycare telephone numbers and addresses. Keep this list in your emergency supply kit. Keep copies of the list in your wallet.
HAVE A PLAN
Ask about emergency plans where family members work or attend daycare and/or school.
Coordinate these plans with your family plan.
Make backup plans for children in case you are unable to get home in an emergency.
HAVE A PLAN
Talk to neighbors about how you can work together in an emergency. You will be better prepared if you think ahead and communicate with others in advance. Find out if anyone has specialized equipment, such as
a power generator, or special skills, such as medical knowledge, that might help in a crisis.
Decide who will check on elderly or disabled neighbors.
Be sure that your plan includes how you will care for your pets in an emergency.
HAVE A PLAN
Is your house protected from floods? Do you have enough and the right type
of insurance? Have you checked the new rezoned
flood plane? Click here to find out more about your flood
map
PRACTICE YOUR PLAN
You will not know if it will work unless you try it.
FEMA – DISASTER SUPPLIES KIT
FEMA – FOOD AND WATER
DRINKING WATER
½ gallon per person / day for consumption Commercial water Prefilled water bottles Hot water heater Toilet tank Water in pipes Water bottle with filter Fill bathtub
FOOD
MREs (Meals Ready to Eat) Military (w/heater) Civilian
Freeze Dried Premade Premixed
Canned goods
HOW TO COOK?
MREs (Meals Ready to Eat) Come with water activated heater to warm
the meal Pre-cooked Complete meal Includes other
neccessities(small TP, instantcoffee, sugar…)
HOW TO COOK?
Freeze dried food Mountain House AlpineAire Foods Backpacker's Pantry Adventure Foods
Just need boiling water How to boil water?
ULTRA-LIGHT BACKPACKING ANSWER
Alcohol stoves Very cool! Made from soda and beer cans. Very efficient Lightweight / compact Flame can last longer than solid fuel
Solid fuel stoves Very lightweight Fuel is lightweight compared to alcohol Compact / lightweight
ALCOHOL STOVESMAKE YOUR OWN!
ALCOHOL STOVESA COMPARISON
ALCOHOL STOVESLONG LASTING - BOIL WATER (AND MORE) WITH ONE OUNCE OF ALCOHOL
ALCOHOL STOVESAMAZINGLY HOT
ALCOHOL STOVESMAKE BISCUITS (DUTCH OVEN)
SOLID FUEL STOVES ULTRALIGHT OUTFITTERS BEER CAN ESBIT STOVE SYSTEM
SOLID FUEL STOVESBEER CAN POT TO BOIL WATER AND EAT FOOD
SOLID FUEL STOVES
Esbit (Hexamethylenetetramine – yellow flame)
Trioxane(blue flame)
SOLID FUEL STOVESESBIT STOVE WITH TRIOXANE FUEL TABLET
SOLID FUEL
Esbit (Hexamethylenetetramine – yellow flame)
Trioxane (blue flame)
SOLID FUEL
Sterno
FEMA – PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES
FEMA – HELPING CHILDREN COPE
FEMA – GET INVOLVED
DO IT YOURSELF
There is nothing difficult about making your own kit, you just need to get supplies and something to store it all in
Here is a fairly comprehensive look at what you may want to get and what you would do with it.
WHAT TO PACK?
Have emergency bag At home At work In your car(s) Sling / backpack Suitcase on wheels Plastic container
One bag ready-to-go More bags when you have 15 minutes prep time Even more supplies with 30+ minutes prep time
WHAT TO PACK?
How big and how much? Mini backpack– 3+ days Sling pack / Backpack – 1 week Container / suitcase on wheels – 2 wks-1 month
You decide Start with one and keep adding complete packs
What you do take could be rationed to last longer
WHAT TO PACK?
Water Food Utensils to eat with Something to cook or heat your meals with
WHAT TO PACK?
Water ½ gallon drinking water ½ gallon waste water Something to boil in? Water bottle with
biological filter Water pouches Powdered whole milk Canned baby formula Gatorade mix Tea / coffee Juice
BOILS WATER AND CAN DRINK FROM IT
Click here to learn more about the beer can Esbit stove
WHAT TO PACK?
Food MREs
(Meals Ready to Eat) Military Civilian
With and withoutheaters
Freeze Dried Premade Premixed Nitropak
30 yr cans Energy bars Beef jerky PET FOOD
WHAT TO PACK?
Food Non-perishable, dry foods Mixes / chicken or tuna helper Canned meat / chicken / tuna Canned fruits / vegetables Freeze-dried meals, meat and vegetables MREs (meals ready to eat) Energy bars / ration bars Can opener Trash bags
Can last 5 years, be sure to check labels every year Throw away dented or bloated cans
WHAT TO PACK?
If you have to evacuate What are you going to eat on? What are you going to drink with
Cups Utensils Plates / bowls Scrub sponge Trash bags
FIRST AID
Always seek medical assistance for severe injuries (know your route – where is the closest hospital?)
Seek CPR training for yourself & others
A first aid kit will not help you deal with severe trauma
A first aid kit is good for minor ailments only
WHAT TO PACK?
First aid Medical supplies
Analgesics Ointments Bandages Scissors / forceps
Prescriptions Hand sanitizer Rubber gloves N95/100 Masks Hot pack Cold pack
A NOTE ABOUT EPIDEMICS
According to the most recent SARS outbreak report from Ontario 60+% of those infected were hospital workers Of those infected, the majority, it was found,
were most likely infected due to improperly fitted masks
“An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure”
Benjamin Franklin
HOW TO PROPERLY FIT A FACE MASK
PERSONAL ITEMS
Be certain you pack and protect the following People Pets Papers (birth certificate, deeds, wills, etc.) Prescriptions Plastic (credit cards) PC – download to usb drive or hard drive
WHAT TO PACK?
Extra clothes & shoes Toiletries
Toothpaste / Toothbrush Razor / shave cream Toilet paper / paper towels Soap / shampoo / brush Feminine hygiene products Eye care products
Towels
WHAT TO PACK?
Money Change Bills (mostly small)
If someone is selling something you need for $3 and all you have is a $20 and they don’t have change…
Enough to last for 3 days ($300) Expect price gouging
To report price gouging(800) 337-3928, (800) 621-0508
With power outages, you will not be able to access an ATM, nor will merchants be able to use credit card machines
MY THOUGHTS ON THE MONEY SUPPLY
If there are traces ofcocaine on $20 bills…
MY THOUGHTS ON THE MONEY SUPPLY
And viruses can live on it…
Why couldn’t there be traces of… Anthrax spores Nerve agents Other biological agents
Keep a supply of ‘clean’ money
GETTING SERIOUS
The following slides will give you an idea of items you may need at home to live without basic services and utilities.
Remember, you could be without water, electricity and gas for a day to a week or more!
KEEP YOURSELF CLEAN
Fill bathtubCan boil/warm water and ‘bathe’ in sink
If multiple bathrooms, separate toilet for urine & feces
Use bucket of water to flush toilet
Luggable Loo portablepotty
Double Doodie Toilet Liner
KEEP IT CLEAN
Instant hot shower
POWER OUTAGE - BLACKOUT
Generator Consider the amperage draw of each appliance Consider how long you expect to be without
power Do you want more than one generator? Do you need 12v and/or 120v output
WHAT TO PACK?
Gasoline Metal gas cans / tanks
Plastic loses octane
Gas stabilizer For extended storage
APPLIANCE ALTERNATES
Are there alternatives? 12 volt powered appliances
Coolers Heaters Cookers / microwave Fans / swamp cooler 120v inverter for law amp appliances
HOT WEATHER
Air conditioning Fan / swamp cooler Cooler / Refrigerator Ice
Doesn’t take much to make you feel easier
Cool beverage can do wonders for spirit
COLD WEATHER
Fire Comfort Cooking / purifying water Heat Safety / signaling for help
How to start a fire Super easy
WHAT TO PACK?
Fire starter Lighter Waterproof matches Flint
Magnesium Saw dust Vaseline cotton ball
Magnifying glass
HOW TO START A FIREMAGNESIUM SHAVINGS AND FLINT
HOW TO START A FIREMAGNESIUM SHAVINGS AND FLINT
HOW TO START A FIRESAW DUST AND FLINT
HOW TO START A FIRESTEEL WOOL AND 9V BATTERY
A BRIEF INTERMISSION
COLD WEATHER
Warm/layers of clothes Blankets Heaters Fire Stove Hand warmers
Doesn’t take much to make you feel easier Hot meal can do wonders for spirit
COLD WEATHER
Catalytic heaters Heats a radiant element ‘Flameless’ means low, small, non-exposed
flame
WHAT TO PACK?
Appliances(12v / battery / dynamo / solar powered)
Light Radio Cooler Cell phone
WHAT TO PACK?
Long lasting candlesalways have someone in same roomas candle, watching it for safety
Flashlight Cyalume light sticks Hands-free lights
115 hour candle
WHAT TO PACK?
Multi-tool Duct tape Pots and pans Coleman stove
WHAT TO PACK?
Leather palmed gloves Shovel Saw Rope Rain poncho Mylar blanket Duct tape Super glue Two-way radios Whistle / signaling device Tube tent / pop-up tent
WHAT TO PACK?
Seats
WHAT TO PACK?
Radiation detector Dosimeter IOSAT tablets
$19 eBayDosimeter
WHAT TO PACK?
Entertainment? Book Mp3 player Handheld video game
Important information Flash drive USB hard drive
More batteries Don’t store rechargeable products. How
would you charge them? Always get battery powered.
Mp3 / flash / SD card reader / combo$20 shipped - eBay
SURVIVAL KITS
7 day freeze dried food kit
Can buy purely vegetarianfoods as well, go to websites
(click a link)Backpacker's CountryMountain HouseAlpineAire & others
SURVIVAL KITS
20 personWater, foodLights, radiosFirst aidMore
$290
EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS
A little wrap up on the family preparedness, this time from READY.GOV
READY.GOV
WHAT TO DO DURING A HAZARDOUS MATERIALS INCIDENT
If you are: Asked to evacuate
Then: Do so immediately.
Stay tuned to a radio or television for information on evacuation routes, temporary shelters, and procedures.
Follow the routes recommended by the authorities--shortcuts may not be safe. Leave at once.
If you have time, minimize contamination in the house by closing all windows, shutting all vents, and turning off attic fans.
Take pre-assembled disaster supplies.
Remember to help your neighbors who may require special assistance--infants, elderly people and people with disabilities.
WHAT TO DO…
Hopefully you will never be in the wrong place at the wrong, time, but if you are, the following information could prepare you
WHAT TO DO DURING A HAZARDOUS MATERIALS INCIDENT
If you are:Caught Outside
Then:Stay upstream, uphill, and upwind! In general, try to go at least one-half mile (usually 8-10 city blocks) from the danger area. Move away from the accident scene and help keep others away.
Do not walk into or touch any spilled liquids, airborne mists, or condensed solid chemical deposits. Try not to inhale gases, fumes and smoke. If possible, cover mouth with a cloth while leaving the area.
Stay away from accident victims until the hazardous material has been identified.
Walk / drive away from the accident and perpendicular to the wind direction, try to get upwind
WHAT TO DO DURING A HAZARDOUS MATERIALS INCIDENT
If you are:Caught Outside
Then:If you are concerned about chemical precipitation, wear a poncho or raincoat, use an umbrella.
If the chemical can not touch your skin, the chances of a chemical reaction/burn are lessened
Cover your mouth and eyes as best as possible
WHAT TO DO DURING A HAZARDOUS MATERIALS INCIDENT
If you are:In a motor vehicle
Then:Stop and seek shelter in a permanent building. If you must remain in your car, keep car windows and vents closed and shut off the air conditioner and heater.
WHAT TO DO DURING A HAZARDOUS MATERIALS INCIDENT
If you are:Requested to stay indoors
Then:Bring pets inside.
Close and lock all exterior doors and windows. Close vents, fireplace dampers, and as many interior doors as possible.
Turn off air conditioners and ventilation systems
Go into the pre-selected shelter room. This room should be above ground and have the fewest openings to the outside.
Seal gaps under doorways and windows with wet towels or plastic sheeting and duct tape.
Seal gaps around window and air conditioning units, bathroom and kitchen exhaust fans, and stove and dryer vents with duct tape and plastic sheeting, wax paper or aluminum wrap.
Use material to fill cracks and holes in the room, such as those around pipes.
If gas or vapors could have entered the building, take shallow breaths through a cloth or a towel. Avoid eating or drinking any food or water that may be contaminated.
AMMONIA TANKER WRECKS ON US 59 @ IH-610HOUSTON, TX - MAY 11, 1976
A shelter in place studyA tank truck carrying anhydrous ammonia wrecked on an exit ramp and
toppled onto a freeway below. On impact, the tank ruptured and released about 7,500 gallons of ammonia. The ammonia immediately vaporized and formed a thick plume. With winds of about 7 mph, most of the ammonia cloud had dispersed after 5 minutes.
The cloud surrounded the nearby Houston Post newspaper building – birds on the roof were killed. For people within 1,000 feet of the release point, 78 were hospitalized for symptoms of ammonia exposure, 100 were treated for less severe injuries, and 4 died as a result of ammonia exposure.
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) investigation concluded that people who sheltered and stayed inside buildings (including workers in the Houston Post building) received no harm from the ammonia release. NTSB also concluded that people who stayed in their cars generally received less severe injuries that those who left their cars and tried to escape.
For about 2 years all the vegetation was dead at that location.
Chlorine gas first used in WWI by Germany
After the first German chlorine gas attacks, Allied troops were supplied with masks of cotton pads that had been soaked in urine. It was found that the ammonia in the pad neutralized the chlorine.
These pads were held over the face until the soldiers could escape from the poisonous fumes.
Other soldiers preferred to use handkerchiefs, a sock, a flannel body-belt, dampened with a solution of bicarbonate of soda, and tied across the mouth and nose until the gas passed over.
WHAT TO DO WHEN A FLOOD WATCH OR WARNING IS ISSUED
Flood watch: Flooding is possible in and around the watch area. This is your clue to be prepared in the event a warning is issued You may wish to
move valuable items, including furniture, to higher ground
Flood warning: Flooding is occurring or imminent. Stay tuned to radio, television outlets for further information Evacuate if told to do
so
Flash flood watch: Flash floods are possible in and around the watch area. This is your clue to be prepared to act quickly in the event a warning is issued
Flash flood warning: Flash flooding is occurring or imminent. Seek higher ground immediately!
Evacuate immediately! Seconds could be the difference between life and death. Move to higher ground, away from rivers, streams and drainage systems. If your car stalls in rapidly rising water, abandon it and climb to higher ground.
Urban and small stream flooding advisory: Flooding is occurring or imminent in urban areas, but is expected to be more of an inconvenience rather than life-threatening. Flooding of low-lying and poor drainage areas is likely and small streams may reach bank full.
WHAT TO DO WHEN HURRICANE, TROPICAL STORM ALERT IS ISSUED
Tropical storm watch: Tropical storm conditions with steady winds of 39-73 mph are possible within 36 hours.
Tropical storm warning: Tropical storm conditions with steady winds of 39-73 mph are expected within 24 hours.
Hurricane watch: Hurricane conditions with winds of at least 74 mph, coastal flooding and heavy rain are possible within 36 hours.
Hurricane warning: Hurricane conditions with winds of at least 74 mph, coastal flooding and heavy rain are expected within 24 hours. These advisories are issued for counties along the coast. For inland counties, flood and wind advisories are often issued. As tropical systems go ashore, severe weather can occur. Therefore watches and warnings for severe thunderstorms and tornadoes may also be issued.
During a watch: Tip: Try to get some things done before hurricane season.
Stay tuned to future forecasts and possible warnings Listen to officials regarding evacuations and shelter locations Stock up on water, batteries, non-perishable food If along the immediate coast, seek higher ground inland Bring in or tie down loose outdoor objects Prepare your house Check up on the elderly, those who may need assistance
During a warning: Rush to complete any remaining preparations Remain in safe shelter
WHAT TO DO DURING A HURRICANE
At this stage your main priority is to remain calm and out of danger.
Outside your shelter raging winds are blowing torrential rain and battering your town.
There is no reason, unless in an absolute emergency, that one would need to venture outdoors.
Local officials have the authority to close roads and bridges and initiate curfews. It is important to your own well being that you obey the laws.
Tips: Stay indoors and away from windows. Stay tuned to radio (or TV if available) for weather bulletins. Use flashlights as a source of light. Candles can easily become a fire hazard Listen to local authorities.
WHAT TO DO DURING A THUNDERSTORM
Indoors: Stay off the phone Stay away from windows Use flashlights if the power goes out Discontinue use of phones and electrical equipment. You may also want to unplug appliances and computers. Avoid taking a shower or bath. If lightning strikes your house it may send a current of electricity across metal
plumbing throughout the house.
While driving: Reduce your speed Pull off to the shoulder of the road. Be sure you're away from tall objects, such as trees, which could fall due to
wind or lightning and do not clog highway underpasses. Turn on your emergency flashers Remain in the car until the storm passes Do not touch any metal objects in the car Avoid driving on roads covered by water
Outdoors: Stay low If possible, find shelter in a building Keep away from trees, tall objects, metal objects and water Boaters and swimmer should get to land as a soon as possible If you're in a group caught outside, spread out. If you begin to feel your hair stand on end, this indicates lightning is about to strike. You should drop to your
knees and bend forward placing your hands on your knees and crouch down. Do not lie flat on the ground, this will only make you a larger target.
TORNADO ALERTS
Tornado watch: Atmospheric conditions are favorable for severe thunderstorms to produce tornadoes. Listen for updated forecasts and possible warnings.
Tornado warning: A tornado has been spotted on the ground or is indicated by radar. Take cover immediately! Warnings are issued by the National Weather Service. If a tornado
approaches your area, forecasters are able to track the storm using advanced weather radar. Trained storm spotters and local officials report tornadoes on the ground to the NWS office. The NWS will issue a tornado warning if either of these indicate a tornado.
WHAT TO DO DURING A TORNADO
If at work or school: Go to the basement or to an inside hallway at the lowest level. Avoid places with wide-span roofs such as auditoriums, cafeterias, large hallways, or
shopping malls. Get under a piece of sturdy furniture such as a workbench or heavy table or desk
and hold on to it. Use your arms to protect your head and neck.
If outdoors: If possible, get inside a building. If shelter is not available or there is no time to get indoors, lie in a ditch or low-lying
area or crouch near a strong building. Be aware of the potential for flooding. Use arms to protect head and neck.
If in a car: Never try to out drive a tornado in a car or truck. Tornadoes can change direction
quickly and can lift up a car or truck and toss it through the air. Get out of the car immediately and take shelter in a nearby building. If there is no time to get indoors, get out of the car and lie in a ditch or low-lying
area away from the vehicle. Be aware of the potential for flooding.
TOP SAFETY TIPS FOR A BLACKOUT
Only use a flashlight for emergency lighting. Never use candles! (you can use candles, but someone must be in the same room always watching the candle to avoid any type of accident)
Turn off electrical equipment you were using when the power went out.
Avoid opening the refrigerator and freezer. Do not run a generator inside a home or garage. If you use a generator, connect the equipment you
want to power directly to the outlets on the generator. Do not connect a generator to a home's
electrical system. Listen to local radio and television for updated
information.
MORE TIPS FOR A BLACKOUT
If it is hot outside, take steps to remain cool. Move to the lowest level of your home, as cool air falls. Wear lightweight, light-colored clothing. Drink plenty of water, even if you do not feel thirsty. If the heat is intense and the power may be off for a
long time, consider going to a movie theater, shopping mall, or "cooling shelter" that may be opened in your community.
Listen to local radio or television for more information. Dampen rag and wave around for 10 seconds
Evaporative cooling will make the rag 10 degrees of more cooler, then use on your face other body parts to cool down some
Soak in tub of water / pool / cool stream
THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW
Never drive across downed power lines Never drive thru water you are
uncertain of Never use a portable generator indoors
Including garages, basements, crawlspaces and sheds. Opening doors and windows or using fans will not prevent carbon monoxide
in the home.
Always be prepared wherever you may be
JUST DO IT
No matter how you want to remember it Getting Ready – 3 P’s
Plan Prepare Practice
During Emergency - 6 P’s People Pets Papers (birth certificate, deeds, wills, etc.) Prescriptions Plastic (credit cards) PC – download to hard drive
JUST DO IT
To summarize NIKE ads
Starting is the hardest part
Following is a quick review
ITEMS TO WITHSTAND A DISASTER
Food, water Bottled water, purifying tablets Non-perishable food Hand can opener Baby food, formula Vitamins Snacks Powdered or canned milk Pet food, if needed (Note: most shelters do
not allow pets) Health needs Prescription refills Bandages, gauze pads Safety pins Scissors Tweezers Adhesive tape Antiseptic spray Soap Rubbing alcohol Latex gloves Baby diapers Eye glasses, contacts, eye care products Toilet paper Sun screen Bug repellant
Safety gear Rain gear - poncho, umbrella Blankets, sleeping bags Hat, sun visor Work gloves Flashlights, extra batteries Boots, shoes with rigid soles Weather radio, portable radio and
extra batteries Documents: Insurance documents Personal identification Extra money Address book Reading material, coloring
activities for kids Hurricane tracking chart
JUST DO IT
No matter how you want to remember it Make a plan Make a disaster survival kit Make time to practice your plan Make sure you check supplies
Every 6 months to 1 year Replace food / medical items every 5 years Heed expiration dates
JUST DO IT
Many additional PDF files in the same directory as this presentation, please read them
Much more information is available
MORE INFORMATION
FEMA – http://www.fema.gov/hazard/index.shtmhttp://www.fema.gov/areyouready/
Dept. of Homeland Safetyhttp://www.ready.gov
Citizens Corpshttp://www.citizencorps.gov/
American Red Cross –(Be Prepared program)http://www.redcross.org/services/prepare/0,1082,0_239_,00.html
Office of Attorney General(report price gouging)(800) 337-3928, (800) 621-0508
National Flood Insurance Programwww.nfipstat.com
KI4U (nuclear disaster preparedness) http://www.ki4u.com/guide.htm