PREPARATION GUIDE 2018

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1 The 2018 Hurricane season officially begins on June 1st, running through November 30th. America s 1st Choice has compiled the following information so you are ready with all preparations. PREPARATION GUIDE 2018 Huricane Safety Checklist Emergency Contact Information Preparing Your Pets for Emergencies Picking a Meeting Spot Food and Water Safety Information for Older Americans

2 Be Red Cross Ready 2 HURRICANE SAFETY CHECKLIST Hurricanes are strong storms that cause life - and property-threatening hazards such as flooding, storm surge, high winds and tornados. Preparation is the best protection against the dangers of a hurricane. KNOW THE DIFFERENCE Hurricane Watch Hurricane conditions are a threat within 48 hours. Review your hurricane plans, keep informed and be ready to act if a warning is issued. Hurricane Warning Hurricane conditions are expected within 36 hours. Complete your storm preparations and leave the area if directed to do so by authorities. WHAT SHOULD I DO? WHAT SUPPLIES DO I NEED? WHAT DO I DO AFTER A HURRICANE? Listen to a NOAA Weather Radio for critical Water - at least a 3 day supply; one gallon per Continue listening to a NOAA Weather Radio or the information from the National Weather Service person per day local news for the latest updates. (NWS). Food - at least a 3 day supply of non-perishable, Stay alert for extended rainfall and subsequent Check your disaster supplies and replace or restock easy-to-prepared food flooding even after the hurricane or tropical storm as needed. Flashlight has ended. Bring in anything that can be picked up by the wind Battery-powered or hand-crank radio (NOAA If you evacuated, return home only when officials (bicycles, lawn furniture, etc.). Weather Radio, if possible) say is safe. Close windows, doors and hurricane shutters. If you Extra batteries Drive only if necessary and avoid flooded roads and do not have hurricane shutters, close and board up First aid kit washed-out bridges. all windows and doors with plywood. Medication (7-day supply) and medical items Keep away from loose or dangling power lines and Turn the refrigerator and freezer to the coldest (hearing aids with extra batteries, glasses, contact report then immediately to the power company. setting and keep them closed as much as possible lenses, syringes, cane) so that food will last longer if the power goes out. Stay out of any building that has water around it. Multi-purpose tool Turn off propane tanks and unplug small Inspect your home for damage. Take pictures of Sanitation and personal hygiene items appliances. damage, both of the building and its contents, for Copies of personal documents (medication list and insurance purposes. Fill your car s gas tank. pertinent medical information, proof of address, Use flashlights in the dark. Do NOT use candles. Talk with members of your household and create deed/lease to home, passports, birth certificates, an evacuation plan. Planning and practicing your insurance policies) Avoid drinking or preparing food with tap water until evacuation plan minimizes confusion and fear Cell phone with chargers you are sure it s not contaminated. during the event. Family and emergency contact information Check refrigerated food for spoilage. If in doubt, Learn about your community s hurricane response throw it out. Extra cash plan. Plan routes to local shelters, register family Wear protective clothing and be cautious when members with special medical needs as required Emergency blanket cleaning up to avoid injury. and make plans for your pets to be cared for. Map(s) of the area Watch animals closely and keep them under your Evacuate if advised by authorities. Be careful to Baby supplies (bottles, formula, baby food, diapers) direct control. avoid flooded roads and washed out bridges. Pet supplies (collar, leash, ID, food, carrier, bowl) Use the telephone only for emergency calls. Because standard homeowners insurance doesn t Tools/supplies for securing your home cover flooding, it s important to have protection from the floods associated with hurricanes, tropical Extra set of car keys and house keys Let your Family Know You re Safe storms, heavy rains and other conditions that Extra clothing, hat and sturdy shoes If your community has experienced impact the U.S. For more information on flood insurance, please visit the National Flood Insurance Rain gear a hurricane, or any disaster, register Program Web site at on the American Red Cross and Well Insect repellent and sunscreen Web site available through RedCross. Camera for photos of damage org/safeandwell to let your family and friends know about your welfare. For more information on disaster and emergency If you don t have Internet access, call preparedness, visit RedCross.org GET-INFO to register yourself and your family. Copyright By the American National Red Cross I Stock No

3 2018 Storm Names 3 Alberto Helene Oscar Beryl Issac Patty Chris Joyce Raphael Debby Kirk Sarah Ernesto Leslie Toney Florence Michael Valerie Gordon Nadine William Classification of Hurricanes: Category Sustained Winds One Miles per Hour Two Miles per Hour Three Miles per Hour Four Miles per Hour Five 156 Miles per Hour/Above EVACUATION ZONES A B C D E EVACUATION GUIDELINES (mobile homes MUST always evacuate) Potential Surge Heights (in feet) 4 to 8 Evaculate red areas and all mobile homes 8 to 14 Evaculate red and orange areas and all mobile homes 14 to 19 Evaculate red, orange and yellow areas and all mobile homes 19 to 26 Evaculate red, orange, yellow and green areas and all mobile homes 26 to 29 Evaculate red, orange, yellow, green and purple areas and all mobile homes

4 Emergency Contact Information 4 ARE YOU PREPARED TO KEEP IN TOUCH WITH YOUR FAMILY? Family Communications: Your family may not be together when disaster strikes, so plan how you will contact one another. Think about how you will communicate in different situations. Create a contact card for each family member. Escape Routes: Determine primary and alternate routes to take to get out of your house. Where to Meet: Establish a place to meet family members in the event of an emergency and you are separated. Include in your plans a location that is near your home (e.g., a neighbor s house or yard) and outside the immediate area (e.g., the parking lot of a specific grocery store). Out-of-State Contact Name: 1st Phone 2nd Phone Address: Location: Address: Phone Where Will You Meet in an Emergency: Home: Work: Important Information Name: Address: Phone Policy Doctor: Family Information: Record the following information for each family member and keep it current. Name: Date of Birth: Social Security Where You Will Meet In an Emergency: Doctor: Doctor: Pharmacist: Medical Insurance: Homeowners/ Rental Insurance: Veterinarian/ Kennel: (for pets)

5 Get Ready Now 5 PREPARING YOUR PETS FOR EMERGENCIES MAKES SENSE 1. Get a Kit of pet emergency supplies. Just as you do with the family s evergency supply kit, think fi rst about the basics for suvival, particularly food and water. Food: Keep at least three days of food in an airtight, waterproof container. Water: Store at least three days of water specifi cally for your pets, in addition to water you need for yourself and your family. Medicines and medical records: Keep an extra supply of medicines your pet takes on a regular basis in a waterproof container. First Aid Kit: Talk to your veterinarian about what is most appropriate for your pet s emergency medical needs. Most kits should include cotton bandages rolls, bandage tape and scissors; antibiotic ointment; fl ea and tick prevention; latex gloves, isopropyl alcohol and saline solution. Include a pet fi rst aid reference book. Collar with ID tag, harness or leash: Your pet should wear a collar with its rabies tag and identifi cation at all times. Include a backup leash, collar and ID tag in your pet s emergency supply kit. Important documents: Place copies of your pet s registration information, adoption papers, vaccination documents and medical records in a clean plastic bag or waterproof container and also add them in your kit. Crate or other pet carrier: If you need to evacuate in an emergency situation take your pets and animals with you, provided that it is practical to do so. Sanitation: Include pet litter and litter box if appropriate, newspapers, paper towels, plastic trash bags and household chlorine bleach to provide for your pet s sanitation needs. You can use bleach as a disinfectant (dilute nine parts water to one part bleach), or in an emergency you can also use it to purify water. Use 8 drops of regular household liquid bleach per gallon of water, stir it well and let is stand for 30 minutes before use. Do not use scented or color safe bleaches or those with added cleaners. A picture of you and your pet together: If you become separated from your pet during an emergency, a picture of you and your pet together will help you document ownership and allow others to assist you in identifying your pet. Include detailed information about species, breed, age, sex, color and distinguishing characteristics. Familiar items: Put favorite toys, treats or bedding in your kit. Familiar items can help reduce stress for your pet. Consider two kits. In one, put everything your pets will need to stay where you are and make it on your own. The other should be a lightweight, small version you can take with you if you and your pets have to get away. 2. Make a Plan for what you will do in an emergency. Plan in advance what you will do in an emergency. Be prepared to assess the situation. Use common sense and whatever you have on hand to take care of yourself and ensure your pet s during an emergency. For more information, visit ready.gov or call BE-READY

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7 7 ASSISTANCE SPECIAL NEEDS SHELTERS The Florida Division of Emergency Management, in coordination with each local emergency management agency in the state, developed a registry to allow residents with special needs to register with their local emergency management agency to receive assistance during a disaster. The statewide registry provides fi rst responders with valuable information to prepare for disasters or other emergencies. Providing as much information as possible will allow emergency management offi cials to plan accordingly for future disasters. You will be ed periodically to verify the information provided is correct and to make any necessary changes. Individual surveys will be archived after one year if not verifi ed. Why should you register? To receive important information from local emergency management offi cials about evacuation and sheltering options available to you. IT MAY SAVE YOUR LIFE! Completing the Florida Special Needs Registry does not automatically qualify the individual for a special needs shelter. Additional information will be provided by your local emergency management agency regarding evacuation and sheltering options available to you. For more information on your local options, please visit specialneeds for contact information. TRANSPORTATION If you do not have transportation or are unable to drive, assistance may be available. Check with your county s Offi ce of Emergency Management to fi nd detailed information about routes to assist you in event of evacuation. Do You know about 511? How to use 511? The South Carolina 511 system offers information on incidents, construction projects and other events that might impact your trip. Our traffic cameras application lets you take a look at the real time traffic on the selected route. The Road Conditions system gives you a more detailed look at current maintenance and construction activities occuring in our area of interest. Please do not use these tools when operating a vehicle. The South Carolina 511 system is part of a nationwide effort to disseminate travel information to the public via another venue, the telephone 511 uses an automated voice response system, which means callers are guided through a menu with a series of requests. Callers can ask for specific areas and the system will provide information about traffic incidents, closures and other important roadway conditions. Types of information vehicle Traffic incidents and major closures on Interstates, US Routes and State Routes in SC Weather Conditions Statewide Road Construction and Planned Road Construction on Interstates, US Routes and State Routes in SC Amber Alerts Links to Neighboring States 511 Phone Systems Source: oridadisaster.org/disability/specialneeds Dial 511 from any phone The South Carolina 511 system uses voice activated and touch tone technology. When you dial, the system will greet you and present you with the option of listening to any urgent messages. From there you will prompted with a menu of options: For Highways say Highways or press 1 For Public Transportation say Public Transportation or press 2 For Weather say Weather or press 3 For Other Services say Other Services or press 4 For Other States 511 say Other States or press 5 At any time you can dial 88 or 77 to switch from voice to Touch Tone. Say Main Menu or Help to return to the original options on the Main Menu. Once you hear the option you wish, say it and follow the next menu.

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