PREPAREDNESSARE YOU READY FOR AN EARTHQUAKE?

72 HOUR KIT

BASIC ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN A 72 HOUR KIT: Water (One gallon a day per person for three days) Food (Non-perishable, three-day supply) Radio First aid kit Whistle, flare or other items that could assist you in signaling for help Emergency blanket Dusk mask Wet wipes, garbage bags, etc. (for personal sanitation) Tools, such as a wrench or pliers (to turn off power or utilities) Local maps Waterproof matches Flashlight Athletic shoes Extra pair of eyeglasses Medications

MAKE A PLAN

MAKING A PLAN: Pick a meeting place in your neighborhood, as well as a regional

meeting place. Plan 2 evacuation routes from your neighborhood in case one route is

blocked.  Discuss evacuation procedures with your neighbors and create networks.

Locate 2 ways out of each room in your home. Practice emergency plans with family and neighbors. Decide on a mutual contact who lives out of town. Know where and how to shut off utilities. Be prepared to survive on your own for at least 3-4 days. Teach children how to dial emergency numbers like 9-1-1, and keep

emergency numbers (i.e. fire department, local police station, ambulance, etc.) posted near phones.

Know first-aid skills, especially CPR. Be well insured.

FOOD STORAGE

PREPARING YOUR FOOD STORAGE Store at least a three-day supply of non-perishable food. Select foods that require no refrigeration, preparation or cooking and little or no water. Pack a manual can opener and eating utensils. Avoid salty foods, as they will make you thirsty. Choose foods your family will eat

Ready-to-eat canned meats, fruits and vegetables Protein or fruit bars Dry cereal or granola Peanut butter Dried fruit Nuts Crackers Canned juices Non-perishable pasteurized milk High energy foods Vitamins Food for infants Comfort/stress foods

DURING A EARTHQUAKE

IMMEDIATELY SEEK COVER

EARTHQUAKE AFTERMATH

AFTER AN EARTHQUAKE Check for Injuries and provide first aid Be prepared for aftershocks Check for damage and shut off utilities

if needed Clean up dangerous spills Listen to radio for emergency

instructions Notify family as soon as possible

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