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PREPARING FOR TYPHOONS
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Posted on Jul 14 2008
IConnect recommends that businesses and residents follow these guidelines and helpful tips provided by the Federal Emergency Management Agency to prepare for the typhoon season:
-Assemble an emergency supplies kit with items such as potable water, canned food, a battery-operated radio, flashlight, first aid and essential medications. Be sure to include extra batteries including cell phone, PTT radio, batteries and a car charger is a must.
-Keep important documents such as insurance policies, social security cards, and bank account information in a waterproof container.
-Post emergency phone numbers by each phone and teach children how and when to call 911.
-If an evacuation proves to be necessary, cell phone users can call 911 for help getting to shelter and evacuation route updates in your area.
-Learn to use alternate methods of communication during an emergency, such as Push to Talk or text messaging. Both provide a way to let loved ones know quickly that you and your family are okay.
-Monitor official weather bulletins on the radio , television and weather related websites.
-Identify ahead of time where you would go if you were told to evacuate and consider how your household would stay in contact if you were separated.
-If you are not advised to evacuate, stay indoors, away from windows. Take refuge in a small interior room, closet or hallway on the lowest level of your home.
-Turn the refrigerator thermostat to its coldest setting to keep food cold and Close storm shutters and secure yard items such as patio furniture.
-Turn off utilities if instructed.
[I]National Weather Service Website: www.nws.noaa.gov[/I]
