Are you Prepared?
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Nobody likes to ponder the potential
effects of devastating disasters, from the destruction of homes to
the heartbreaking loss of loved ones. But, the best way to prepare
for any disaster is to plan for the worst, even as you hope for the
best.
The Southeast Health District and your
health department encourage you to get informed and be prepared for
any disaster that may strike this area.
From hurricanes to wildfires, this
area of the state has seen its share of disasters through the years.
Getting informed and being prepared for any type of disaster is
important. Don’t wait until it’s too late.
The health department encourages you
to do three things – get an emergency supply kit, make a family
emergency plan and be informed about different kinds of emergencies
and how to respond to them.
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A basic kit should include at
least a 3-day supply of water and non-perishable food, a
battery-operated radio as well as an NOAA Weather Radio, a
flashlight and batteries, a first-aid kit, a whistle for help, a
dust mask, personal sanitation items, a wrench or pliers, a can
opener, local maps and possibly prescription medications, infant
formula and pet food.
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A family plan should describe how
members will contact one another if they are separated. It
should include an out-of-town contact number in case local
telephone service is disrupted. A family should identify
potential evacuation locations and think through how to
“shelter-in-place” at home if needed.
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Finally, emergency information
should include knowledge about potential disasters, such as
hurricanes, floods or wildfires.
Hurricane season continues into
November, conditions around the area are dry and ideal for wildfires
and flu season will soon be upon us. Now more than ever, you need to
understand disasters and prepare yourself for anything that may
happen. Take time this month to go over the three measures of
protection mentioned above. For more information about preparing for
a disaster, visit
http://www.sehdph.org/emergency.htm.
Check out these
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Southeast Health District
1101 Church Street
Waycross, GA 31501
P: 912-285-6002
F: 912-284-2980
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