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Family Disaster Plan• Knowing the protective measures
for specific hazards• Recognizing warning systems
and signals• Evacuating from a disaster area• Incorporating community, school,
and other plans• Identifying escape routes
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Family Disaster Plan• Completing a family
communications plan• Shutting off utilities• Obtaining appropriate insurance• Preparing for special needs• Caring for animals• Learning safety skills
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Warning Systems• Emergency
Alert System (EAS)
• NOAA Weather Radio
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Evacuation
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Community, School, and Other Plans • Most communities develop a
disaster/emergency plan• Questions to ask:
– What does the plan contain? – How often is it updated? – What should I know about the plan? – What hazard(s) does it cover?
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Escape Routes
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Family Communications Plan • Out-of-state contacts• Vital information about each
family member• Where to go in an emergency• Additional information
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Shutting Off Utilities • Natural Gas• Water• Electricity
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Preparing for Special Needs
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Caring for Animals• Identify shelter for pets• Gather pet supplies• Ensure pet has proper ID and up-
to-date veterinarian records• Provide a pet carrier and leash
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Pet ProvisionsBefore an event occurs:• Provide a pet carrier• Keep pet’s shots current and
have copies of medical records• Ensure you have a properly fitted
collar and ID• Gather pet emergency supplies
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Disaster Supplies Kit
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Basic Disaster Supplies Kit• Food and water for at least three
days• Radio, flashlight, and extra
batteries
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Basic Disaster Supplies Kit• First aid kit• Hygiene items• Matches• Whistle• Extra clothing
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Basic Disaster Supplies Kit• Kitchen
accessories• Copies of credit
and ID cards• Cash• Special needs
items
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Maintaining the Disaster Supplies Kit• Keep canned foods in a cool dry place• Store food in tightly closed containers• Change stored food and water every
six months• Review your kit and family needs at
least once a year• Keep items in one or two easy-to-
carry containers