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What is an Emergency?
A sudden, unexpected, and dangerous situation that poses an immediate risk to life, health, or the environment.
What is Emergency Preparedness?
Being emergency prepared means having a plan and the right supplies for an emergency. It helps keep you and your family safe!
What does Ember the FireSmart Fox do?
Ember teaches people how to keep their homes and neighborhoods safe from wildfires using FireSmart ideas.
What is Extreme Heat
How could you help others become prepared?
Share safety tips, help make an emergency kit, and practice emergency plans with family or friends.
Who are some people who can help us in an Emergency?
Police, Fire Fighters, Paramedics, Search and Rescue, Nurses, Teachers, and Trusted Adults.
If you feel an Earthquake, what are the three steps you should take?
Drop, Cover, and Hold on
What is FireSmart?
Preparing your home and yard to reduce the risk of damage from wildfires.
What is Heat Safety?
Heat safety means staying cool, drinking water, and avoid getting too hot.
What is an Emergency Plan?
A plan that helps people stay safe by knowing what to do before, during, and after an emergency.
What should you do if there is a fire in your home?
Get out right away, stay out, go to your meeting place, and call 911 from a safe location.
What are three things you should have in a grab n go emergency kit?
Food, Water, Flashlight, Extra batteries, Blanket, Bandages, Medications, Extra Clothes.
What are some actions you could take to FireSmart your home?
Clean up dry leaves and needles, trim trees, mow grass, and keep firewood away from the house.
How could heat effect you?
It can make you thirsty, tired, give you headaches, or cause heat illnesses.
Why should families practice their Emergency Plans?
So everyone knows what to do and can stay calm during an emergency.
Why is it important to stay calm during an Emergency?
Staying calm helps you think clearly, follow directions, and make safe choices.
Why is it important to know your home address and phone number?
That way in an emergency you can tell the 911 operator where you are.
What are some Fire-Resistant materials
Metal, Cement, Brick, Stone.
How could you stay safe in the heat?
Drink lots of water, stay in the shade or air conditioning, wear light clothing, and take breaks.
Who should you share your emergency plan with?
Family Members, caregivers, and trusted adults.
What should you do if you get seperated from your family during an emergency?
Stay where you are if it is safe, find a trusted adult such as a teacher or police officer, and follow your family's emergency plan.
Where should your family meet if you have to leave your home?
At a safe, pre planned meeting place that everyone knows.
Why is it important to keep grass short and remove dry leaves around your home?
It helps reduce the fuel that wildfires can burn, making your home safer.
What are some activities you can do outside while staying heat safe?
Play in the morning or evening, splash in water, walk in shaded areas, wear light clothing and a hat, drink plenty of water and avoid sugar.
What is one item you could donate to help people after a disaster?
Food, Water, Blankets, Hygiene Supplies, Comforting items.