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In the Spotlite |
Your family is the most important part of your life. Keeping them safe is a top priority. With the latest technology this weather radio provides instant weather/hazard information 24 hours a day. The unit is equipped with the SAME encoder, which can help eliminate false alarms. This encoder allows the user to specify the geographic area that they want to receive alerts for. The 74-200's digital front panel can display up to 56 messages, specifying different types of alerts Three LED lights offer easy reference for current alert status. |
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When A Hurricane Watch or Warning is Issued |
| Listen to radio or television for hurricane progress reports. Check your emergency supplies. Store drinking water in clean bathtubs, jugs, bottles and cooking utensils. Bring in outdoor objects such as lawn furniture, toys and garden tools; anchor objects that
cannot be brought inside but that could be wind-tossed. Remove outdoor antennas, if possible. Secure your home by closing or installing window shutters. Turn the refrigerator and freezer to the coldest setting. Open only when necessary and close quickly. Fuel your car. If
you have a boat, moor it securely or move it to a designated safe place. Store valuables and personal papers in a waterproof container.
If Evacuation Is Necessary If officials order evacuation, leave as soon as possible. Avoid flooded roads and watch for washed-out bridges. Secure your home. Unplug appliances and turn off electricity and the main water |
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P R E PA R E A FA M I LY D I S A S T E R P L A N |
| A well-thought-out plan of action for you and your family can go a long way to reduce potential suffering from any type of disaster that could strike. Household emergency plans should be kept simple. The best emergency plans are those that are easy to remember. Be familiar with escape routes. It may be necessary to evacuate your neighborhood. Plan several escape routes for different contingencies. Maintaining a link to the outside can be crucial. Keep a battery-operated radio and extra batteries on hand. Make sure family members know where the radio is kept. Post emergency phone numbers (fire, police, ambulance) by the telephone. Teach children how to call 911 for help. Know how to turn off utilities. Identify family meeting places in case you are separated. Choose a place in a building or park outside your neighborhood. Everyone should be clear about this location. Develop an emergency communication plan. Ask an out-of-state relative or friend to serve as the family’s contact. Make sure everyone knows the telephone number of this contact. |
Before a Hurricane Strikes
Plan a safe evacuation route that will take you 20-50 miles inland. Contact your local emergency management office or Red Cross chapter and ask for the community preparedness plan. Have disaster supplies on hand, such as:
• Flashlight and extra
batteries
• Portable, battery-operated
radio and extra batteries
• First-aid kit
• Emergency food and water
• Nonelectric can opener
• Essential medicines
• Cash and credit cards
• Sturdy shoes and a change of clothing
