Post on 26-Dec-2015
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In the Know and Ready to Go In the Know and Ready to Go Emergency Preparedness Emergency Preparedness
CampaignCampaign
Presented by Linda J. ColangeloPublic Information Officer
Northeast District Department of Health
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Today’s Goal Today’s Goal Create Awareness about Emergency
PreparednessInitiate Dialogue to exchange informationMake A Plan to protect your family!
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PLANPLAN
n. A strategy worked out in advance of an action; an outline or diagram – vt. To work out the means for doing something; to have as an intention
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What Do We Plan For?What Do We Plan For?
DinnerSpecial EventsChildren’s EducationDay at the BeachDateWeekendsFuture
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Plan for EmergenciesPlan for Emergencies
Natural Disasters Earthquake Extreme Heat/Cold Fire Flood Hurricane Landslide Thunderstorm Tornado Tsunami Volcano Wildfire
Unnatural Disasters Biological Chemical Explosions (Bombs) Fire (Arson) Nuclear Radiological
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Recipe for Emergency Recipe for Emergency Preparedness SuccessPreparedness Success
Get a Kit of Emergency SuppliesMake A PlanBe Informed
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Make A PlanMake A PlanCommunication is the foundation for
all planning.
(If you want people to come to your party, you have to invite them!)
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Make a Date to Communicate:Make a Date to Communicate:
Family
Friends
Employers
Schools Day Care Nursing Home
Plan ahead • Assess the situation • Use common sense
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Your Family PlanYour Family Plan
Establish a reliable out-of-town contactMake sure that every family member
knows the phone number to call and has coins or a pre-paid phone card to make calls
Be patient or use wireless email if available
Listen for official instructions from local authorities
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Other Important Contacts/InfoOther Important Contacts/Info
DoctorPharmacyVeterinarianMedical Insurance InfoHomeowner’s/Renter’s Insurance InfoIdentificationOther (Caregivers, Therapists, etc.)
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NeighborhoodsNeighborhoods
Work togetherSeek out specialized equipment and skillsCheck on elderly and disabledHave back-up plans for childrenShare plans and communicate in advance
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Should I Stay or Should I Go?Should I Stay or Should I Go?Depending on your circumstances and the
nature of the crisis, the first important decision is whether to stay put or get away.You should understand and plan for both!
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Shelter-in-PlaceShelter-in-PlaceCan be short-term (chemical cloud) or long-term (winter storm)Can be short-term (chemical cloud) or long-term (winter storm)
Bring family and pets inside Lock doors, close windows, air vents
and fireplace dampers Turn off fans, air conditioning and
forced air heating systems Take emergency supply kit & radio Choose a safe room Seal all windows, doors, and air vents
with plastic sheeting and duct tape
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EvacuationEvacuationListen for official instructions!Listen for official instructions!
Plan places where family will meet Keep car’s gas tank ½ full at all
times Become familiar with alternate
routes If no car, make other plans Take emergency supply kits Lock the door, leave a note Take your pets and have a plan for
them
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Get A Kit – Basic ItemsGet A Kit – Basic Items Water – One gallon
per person per day Non-perishable food
– 3-day supply Battery-powered
radio Flashlight Extra batteries First Aid kit Whistle
Filter Mask or Cotton T-Shirt
Moist Towelettes Wrench or pliers Manual can opener Plastic Sheeting &
duct tape Garbage bags &
plastic ties
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Ready Kit – Additional ItemsReady Kit – Additional Items
Family Communications Plan
Extra water and food A water container &
unscented bleach Prescription medication Warm clothing/blanket Rain gear Glow stick
Identification Extra car/house keys Cash Baby and/or children’s
items – diapers, formula, games, books
Items for elderly Two way radio or
walkie talkie Important family
documents
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Prepare Your PetsPrepare Your Pets
If evacuating, take pets with you Shelters generally do not accept pets, except for
service animals, so plan ahead Make a list of boarding facilities & vet offices.
Inform neighbors of your plans Take pet food, water, medications, leashes and
carriers Contact Humane Society for info on pet
preparedness – www.hsus.org or 202-452-1100
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Be InformedBe Informed
Read your Emergency Preparedness Manual
Visit websites, explore resourcesLearn about potential disasters and
recognize community warning signalsTake first aid courses, infant CPR, etcNetwork at home, school, workBe aware
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Emergency Preparedness Emergency Preparedness EssentialsEssentialsGet A KitMake A PlanBe InformedGet Involved in Preparing Your
Community!
Become a Public Health Volunteer!