-Instruct household members to turn to your local radio or television station
for EAS information.
-Pick two meeting places: A place near your home AND a place outside
your neighborhood in case you cannot return home after an emergency.
-Take a basic first aid and CPR class. Contact the American Red Cross for
more information
-Keep family records in a watertight and fireproof safe. Inexpensive models
can be purchased at most hardware stores.
If members of your household have disabilities or are elderly, find out what
services may be available to aid in their care or evacuation in the event of
an emergency
Prepare an Emergency Go Kit
During an emergency, electricity, water, heat, air conditioning, or telephone
service may not work. Preparing an Emergency Go Kit ahead of time can
save precious time in the event you must evacuate. You should consider
including the following items in an Emergency Go Kit:
-At least a 3 to 5 day supply of water (1 gallon per person per day). Store
water in sealed, unbreakable containers. Replace every 6 months.
-A 3 to 5 day supply of non-perishable packaged or canned food and a non
electric can opener.
-A change of clothing, rain gear, and sturdy shoes
-Blankets, bedding, or sleeping bags
-A first aid kit and prescription medications (be sure to check the expiration
dates).
-An extra pair of glasses or contact lenses and solution (be sure to check the
expiration dates).
-A list of family physicians, important medication information, and the style
and serial number of medical devices, such as pacemakers.
-Special items for infants, the elderly, or family members with disabilities
-A battery-powered radio, flashlight, and plenty of extra batteries
-Identification, credit cards, cash, and photocopies of important family docu
ments, including home insurance information.
-An extra set of car and house keys
-Tools such as screwdrivers, cutters, and scissors; duct tape; waterproof
matches; a fire extinguisher; flares; plastic storage containers; needle and
thread; pen and paper; a compass; garbage bags; and regular household
bleach.
In the event of an evacuation, make arrangements for pets in advance
Make sure you have:
-Identification collar and rabies tag
-Carrier or cage and leash
-Any medications (be sure to check expiration dates)
-Newspapers and plastic trash bags for handling waste
-Sufficient supply of food, water, and food bowls
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