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Typhoon preparedness advisory
Due to the anticipated threat of Tropical Storm Halong, Gov. Eloy S. Inos declared Typhoon Condition I for the island of Rota as of 8:30am yesterday, July 30, 2014. The Commonwealth Healthcare Corp. advises the following high-risk groups to consider the health advisories below:
– Pregnant women who are experiencing preterm labor or pregnant women in their 32-week gestational period.
Storms have been known to make pregnant women give birth earlier than their expected due date. CHCC encourages all women with a gestational age of 32 weeks and above to report to the Commonwealth Health Center once typhoon condition 2 is announced. Those who are experiencing early labor are encouraged to go to the Commonwealth Health Center immediately.
If you plan to come to CHC, make sure to bring your identification information, a pillow, blanket, extra clothing, and other essential supplies including food and hydration.
– Individuals who are on medical equipment requiring electricity (e.g., oxygen generators).
– Individuals who are on medical equipment requiring electricity should report to CHC if they do not have a generator at home. Islandwide residential electricity should be expected to be turned off as storm conditions worsen. Please DO NOT report to the shelters if you have any of these conditions and report to CHC.
Individuals on prescription medications and in need of medical supplies.
Individuals should make sure their prescription medication and medical supplies can last them for at least three days. This is especially important for patients with diabetes, hypertension, or uncontrolled asthma.
Please contact the CHC Nursing Supervisor on duty at 234-8950 for more instructions.
Tune in to the local radio stations, KSPN News, the Channel 14 weather station, and/or the Homeland Security Emergency Management Office’s advisories for more information. (CHCC)
