A disaster has happened in your home, in your neighborhood, in your city or in your state.

Being prepared for a disaster before it happens will help you and your family overcome the danger when it occurs.

Evacuation:

1. An immediate risk to you and your family:

If you smell gas, smoke, or see fire in your home, evacuate everyone immediately. Do not call for help from inside your home or return to retrieve an item. In such an emergency, only the life of your family is important. , Call 9-1-1 and report the emergency only from a safe place.

2. General official evacuation orders:

If local officials issue blanket evacuation orders, immediately prepare to leave your home.

· Wear sturdy shoes, long-sleeved shirts, and pants.

· Bring your Go-bag.

If you have a pet, make sure it is wearing a collar, use a pet carrier with your name tag and the pet’s name on it. Bring your pet’s travel bag.

Lock your house and turn off the water and electricity, but leave the gas on unless instructed otherwise.

Leave a note and tell a neighbor where you are going.

· Use the evacuation routes and methods specified in the evacuation order.

· Share the trip with neighbors whenever possible.

· Once you get to a safe place, call your out-of-area emergency contact. This is a person you know who you have previously designated as your emergency contact person. All family members should call this person as soon as they are in a safe place.

Disaster shelters:

In the immediate aftermath of a major disaster, suitable refuge sites will be selected from a list based on areas of need and the estimated number of evacuees. Because each site must be inspected before it is opened, it is not possible to say which sites will actually open when disaster strikes.

As soon as the disaster sites have been designated, the local media will announce their location.

If you have no alternative, evacuate to a designated emergency shelter.

Tell your out-of-town contact where you are going.

Bring your emergency kit (first aid kit and travel bag) to the shelter.

· Initially, emergency shelters may not be able to provide basic supplies and materials. Consider bringing extra items (for example, blanket, pillow, air mattress, towel, washcloth, diapers, baby food and supplies).

· Provide Your Pet – Only service animals are allowed in “human” shelters. If you are unable to make other plans for your pets, Animal Care staff will be available at the “human” shelters to assist with pet shelter needs.

Electric power failure:

Power outages can occur due to blackouts, extreme weather conditions, or they can accompany other disasters such as earthquakes or terrorism. If there is no electricity in your neighborhood:

· Turn off and unplug appliances and computers. Leave a light on to indicate when power has been restored.

· Avoid using normal wax candles; they are fire hazards.

· Do not use a gas stove to heat or operate generators indoors (including the garage). Both can cause carbon monoxide poisoning.

· If the traffic lights do not work, treat them as a stop sign.

Earthquake:

If you are indoors when you start to shake:

Drop to the ground, cover your head and hold on. If you are not near a sturdy table or desk, drop to the floor against an interior wall or doorway and cover your head and neck with your arms.

Avoid being under or near windows, hanging objects, mirrors, tall furniture, large appliances, and cabinets full of heavy objects.

· Do not try to leave the building during strong shocks.

If you are downtown, it is safer to stay inside a building after an earthquake, unless there is a fire or gas leak. Remember that there are no open areas in downtown San Francisco far enough away from glass or falling debris to be considered safe. The same may happen in your city.

Broken glass in high-rise buildings can travel great distances when caught in the wind.

If you are in bed, stay there and cover your head with a pillow.

· Do not use elevators during or after an earthquake.

If you are in a wheelchair, block the wheels and cover your head.

If you are outdoors when you start to shake:

Move to a clear, open area if you can walk safely. Avoid power lines, buildings, and trees.

If you are driving, pull over to the side of the road and stop. Do not stop under elevated danger.

If you are on the beach, move to higher ground as soon as possible. An earthquake can cause a tsunami.

Once the earthquake shaking stops:

Check those around you for injuries and give first aid to the injured. Do not move seriously injured people unless they are in immediate danger.

Check your surroundings for dangerous conditions, such as fire, downed power lines, and damage to the structure, before you move.

If you have fire extinguishers and are trained to use them, put out small fires immediately.

Check their phones to make sure they haven’t gotten off the hook and are tying up a line.

· Turn off the gas supply only if you smell gas.

· Inspect your home for damage.

If you are trapped in debris and cannot free yourself:

Move as little as possible to avoid raising more dust. Cover your nose and mouth with a handkerchief or clothing.

Touch a pipe or wall so rescuers can hear where you are. Use a whistle if one is available. Yell only as a last resort.

Severe storm / floods

Severe storms can cause landslides, floods, trees uprooted, and downed utility lines. Be aware of these potential hazards in and around your neighborhood.

· Tune in to local radio / television channels for emergency information and instructions.

If you are asked to leave your property, turn off electrical circuits. If advised by your local utility, cut off gas service as well.

If water has entered your garage or basement, do not go through it as it may contain hazardous materials.

· Never try to drive on a flooded road. This single error is the leading cause of death during and after severe flooding.

· If your car stalls, abandon it immediately. Attempting to move a stationary vehicle in flood conditions can be fatal.

· Do not walk on moving water. The unexpected depth and current of the water can take you far. If you must walk in water, walk where the water won’t move and use a stick to check the ground in front of you.

Stay away from downed power lines.

Do not allow children to play near fast-moving water, storm drains, or flooded areas.

I hope this information helps you and your family to overcome any emergency situation you may encounter.

Remember, and I cannot stress this enough, nothing can help you and your family during a disaster more than being prepared. prior to Happens.

Allan wright

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