Emergency Kits
What is the most important item to include in an emergency kit?
Water
What natural disaster is common in coastal areas?
Hurricanes
What is the first step in creating an evacuation plan?
Identify potential hazards
Why might cell phones not work during a disaster?
Network overload or damage
What should you do first when treating a wound?
Clean the wound
How many days’ worth of supplies should an emergency kit have?
At least 3 days
What should you do if you’re indoors during an earthquake?
Drop, cover, and hold on
Where should you meet if you get separated from your family during an evacuation?
Pre-designated meeting place
What is a recommended alternative communication method during an emergency?
NOAA Weather Radio
What is the purpose of using an EpiPen?
To treat severe allergic reactions
Name a non-perishable food item that should be in your emergency kit.
Canned goods, dried fruits, nuts, etc.
Which natural disaster involves a rapid flow of snow and air down a slope?
Avalanche
What should you do before leaving your home in an evacuation?
Turn off utilities (gas, water, electricity)
Why is it important to have a family communication plan?
To ensure everyone knows how to reach each other
How should you treat a burn?
Cool with water, cover with a sterile bandage
Why is it important to include a flashlight in an emergency kit?
Power outages may occur
What should you avoid during a tornado?
Windows and exterior walls
Why is it important to have multiple evacuation routes?
Primary routes may be blocked
What should you include in your communication plan?
Emergency contacts, meeting places, and signal words
What is the recovery position used for in first aid?
To keep an unconscious person’s airway open
What document should you keep in a waterproof bag in your emergency kit?
Important documents (IDs, insurance papers, etc.)
What is the safest place to be during a wildfire?
Inside a building with closed doors and windows
What should you pack in a “go-bag” for quick evacuation?
Essentials like medications, IDs, cash, and a change of clothes
What device can be used to communicate without relying on cellular networks?
Two-way radio
What should you do if someone is choking and can’t cough, breathe, or speak?
What should you do if someone is choking and can’t cough, breathe, or speak?