Quick Tips

• Preparedness Tip #1
  Find the best escape routes from your home. Find at least two ways out of each room. Now, write them down — you’ve got the start of a plan.
• Preparedness Tip #2
  Pick 2 places to meet after a disaster: one right outside your home and another outside your neighborhood, in case you can't return home.
• Preparedness Tip #3
  Choose an emergency contact person outside your area because it may be easier to call long distance than locally after a local/regional disaster.
• Preparedness Tip #4
  Complete an emergency contact card and make copies for each member of your family to carry with them. Be sure to include an out-of-town contact.
• Preparedness Tip #5
  Most emergency shelters can't house animals. Find out in advance how to care for your pets and working animals when disaster strikes.
• Preparedness Tip #6
  Note on your calendar to review your plan every six months. Update numbers and check supplies to be sure nothing has expired, spoiled, or changed.
• Preparedness Tip #7
  Check your child’s school Web site or call the school office to request a copy of the school’s emergency plan. Keep a copy at home and work.
• Preparedness Tip #8
  Teach your children how and when to call 9-1-1 number for help.  Post this and other emergency telephone numbers by telephones.
• Preparedness Tip #9
  Practice! Conduct emergency drills and practice evacuating your home twice a year. Drive your planned evacuation route and plot alternate routes.
• Preparedness Tip #10
  Collaborate with your neighborhood. Find out who has specialized training or equipment, delegate roles, have backup plans for childcare.
• Preparedness Tip #11
  Do you know the emergency preparedness plan for your workplace? If not make a point to ask and know multiple ways to exit your building.
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• Preparedness Tip #12
  Keep at least 3-days worth of water and supplies at home to cover the needs of you and your family. Build an emergency supply kit in case of evacuation.

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