Plan Ahead
The three ways to plan for a disaster
1. Know your risks
2. Make a plan - communication, evacuating and sheltering
3. Take action - Be ready and able to face disasters
Two items that may be on your basic disaster supply kit
Food
Water
Flashlight
Battery-powered or hand crank radio
Plastic sheeting and duct tape
Local maps
Extra batteries
First aid kit
Four steps to Financial Prepardness
1. Assess and Compile - gather important documents and contacts
2. Review - review insurance policies and financial paperwork
3. Safeguard - store paper and electronic copies of all files in safe locations
4. Update - revisit and update you information regularly
A timely and reliable system used by public safety officials to alert you
Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEAs)
Emergency Alert System (EAS)
NOAA Weather Radio (NWR)
FEMA Mobile App
Resources - https://www.ready.gov/alerts
The recommended water that is needed
One gallon of water per person per day for several days, for drinking and sanitation.
One organization that can assist to help with disaster
FEMA
Operation Hope
One steps to prepare and protect yourself in the event of a mass attack
1. Stay Alert
2. Observe Warning signs
3. Learn lifesaving skills
4. Have an exit plan
5. If you see something, say something
Two items needed for emergency kit for the car
Jumper cables
Flares or reflective triangle
Ice scraper
Blanket
Cat litter
Map
One piece of information needed two apply for disaster assistance
Social Security number
Insurance information
Total household annual income
Routing and account number from your bank
Two types of Disasters and Emergencies
Floods
Home Fires
Explosions
Earthquakes
Pandemic
Power Outages
Two items on the suggested emergency food supplies list
Peanut butter
Protein or fruit bars
Canned meat, vegetables, fruit
Dried fruits
Dry cereal
Full name of FEMA
Name three category of items that may be listed in your Family Emergency Communication Plan
Household Information
Family members
Emergency Contacts
Emergency meeting places
Medical Information
Two Additional Emergency Supplies
Soap
Prescription medications
Contact lens solution
Cash or traveler's check
Matches in waterproof container
Paper and pencils
Books, games and puzzles