An emergency can happen anywhere and at anytime! Whether it be a natural disaster emergency like a hurricane, or a man-made emergency like a chemical accident . . . you need a plan to protect you and your family.
How do you make a plan? In order to make a plan to prepare for emergencies, you first need to become aware of what's around you. You need to be aware of what risks exists in your community. Hurricanes? Tornados? Floods? Chemicals?
Write it Down!
Remember to write down your plan and share it with you family members or co-workers. CLICK ON the Bee to get a link to a sample Emergency Plan provided by the Department of Homeland Security.
Make sure to have a few essential supplies just in case you are asked to Shelter-in-place or Evacuate. Another important concept to know is Evacuation.
If you decide to evacuate OR you are told by officials to evacuate, then it is important to remember:
1. Follow your Family (or Business) Emergency Plan. Know how to communicate with family members or co-workers. Know where to get more information about the emergency (i.e. Radio / T.V.)
2. Remember to take your Emergency Supply Kit.
3. Know where you are going and go straight there!
4. Make sure you know alternate routes to your destination in case your primary route is blocked or gridlocked to a suggested Emergency Supply Kit checklist (by the Department of Homeland Security).
Remember . . . Chemicals are everywhere! Don't forget to take that into consideration when putting your plan in place.
As part of your plan, you need to know two very important concepts: Shelter-in-Place and Evacuate.
Shelter-in-Place! Shelter-in-place is an action is often used during a chemical emergency or accident. When you Shelter-in-Place, you:
1. Stay inside. Stay in your home, business, school, or even your car.
2. Close all windows and doors. This helps keep the bad air out . . . and good air in!
3. Turn off your A/C, Heater, and fans. This helps to keep from bring in the bad outside air, and helps keep it from circulating throughout your home or building.
4. Turn on your Radio or T.V. (89.5) KLUX for more information
Another important concept to know is Evacuation.
If you decide to evacuate OR you are told by officials to evacuate, then it is important to remember:
1. Follow your Family (or Business) Emergency Plan. Know how to communicate with family members or co-workers. Know where to get more information about the emergency (i.e. Radio / T.V.)
2. Remember to take your Emergency Supply Kit.
3. Know where you are going and go straight there!
4. Make sure you know alternate routes to your destination in case your primary route is blocked or gridlocked.
Make sure to have a few essential supplies just in case you are asked to Shelter-in-place or Evacuate. Another important concept to know is Evacuation.
Remember . . . Chemicals are everywhere! Don't forget to take that into consideration when putting your plan in place.
As part of your plan, you need to know two very important concepts: Shelter-in-Place and Evacuate.
