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Disaster Planning
Citrus County
Citrus County
you need to be prepared in the event of a storm approaching
our area. The following information should help you prepare
in advance of what you need to do. Prepare Now and stay
safe.
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 Discuss
the type of hazards that could affect your family. Know your
home's vulnerability to
storm surge,
flooding and
wind.
Locate
a safe room or the safest areas in your home for each hurricane
hazard. In certain circumstances the safest areas may not be your
home but within your community.
Determine
escape routes from your home and places to meet. These should be
measured in tens of miles rather than hundreds of miles.
Have
an out-of-state friend as a family contact, so all your family
members have a single point of contact.
Make
a plan now for what to do with your
pets if you need to evacuate.
Post
emergency telephone numbers by your phones and make sure your
children know how and when to call 911.
Check
your insurance coverage - flood damage is not usually covered by
homeowners insurance.
Stock
non-perishable emergency supplies and a
Disaster Supply Kit.
Use
a NOAA
weather radio. Remember to replace its battery every 6 months,
as you do with your smoke detectors.
Take
First Aid, CPR and disaster preparedness classes.
Disaster
Supply Kit
Water - at
least 1 gallon daily per person for 3 to 7 days
Food - at least enough for 3
to 7 days
-
non-perishable
packaged or canned food / juices
-
foods for infants
or the elderly
-
snack foods
-
non-electric can
opener
-
cooking tools /
fuel
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paper plates /
plastic utensils
Blankets /
Pillows, etc.
Clothing -
seasonal / rain gear/ sturdy shoes
First Aid Kit /
Medicines / Prescription Drugs
Special Items
- for babies and the elderly
Toiletries -
hygiene items
Moisture wipes
Flashlight /
Batteries
Radio -
Battery operated and NOAA weather radio
Cash - Banks
and ATMs may not be open or available for extended periods.
Keys
Toys, Books and
Games
Important documents - in a
waterproof container
-
insurance, medical
records, bank account numbers, Social Security card, etc.
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document all
valuables with videotape if possible
Tools - keep a
set with you during the storm
Vehicle fuel tanks
filled
Pet care items
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