Emergency Preparedness
No one wants to imagine a catastrophic event occurring in our
community, but planning for an emergency could turn a life-threatening
incident into a manageable situation. A family disaster
plan could help insure your family's safety, and give
you a real sense of comfort in the event of an actual emergency.
To learn more, register for the
OEM
Basic Terrorism Awareness class or get started on your
own by following these helpful tips:
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Call
a family meeting to discuss various types of emergencies, and
what actions each member of your family should take, including
where to meet during a crisis
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Review emergency plans for your home, including what you should
do if something happens in the middle of the night. Also, review
plans for school, day care, work, and other places that are
an integral part of your family's life.
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Designate two reunion points: one at a neighbor's house,
and the other at a friend's or relative's home across
town
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Designate a phone check-in point with someone across town who
can let family members know that you are okay
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Post
emergency phone numbers in your home
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Teach
children when and how to use 911
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Show
family members how to turn off the water, gas and electricity
at the main panels/meters
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Make
sure your family has adequate insurance coverage
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Search
your home for hazards and dangerous conditions
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Take
a first aid and CPR class
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Create
a Family Emergency Kit
