Disaster Preparedness: When to Plan and How to Prepare
Learn about the importance of disaster preparedness, including when is the right time to plan and how to effectively prepare for emergencies. Discover essential tips for building emergency kits, communication strategies, assistance for people with disabilities, and the role of amateur radio in disasters. Be proactive and ensure business continuity in times of crisis.
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Disaster Preparedness Disaster Preparedness
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How Can I Prepare? How Can I Prepare? Make a Plan!! This!! Not this!!
Plans Include Plans Include Communications: A. Staying Informed 1. Weather Radio, Apps, Local News and Social Media. 2. http://www.stlucieco.gov/departments-services/a-z/public- safety (Code Red) B. With Family: 1. Written list of all phone numbers. 2. Text is best. 3. Out of Town Contact. Have a Meeting Place: A. In Neighborhood. B. Out of Neighborhood. C. Out of Town. Know Evacuation Routes
How Can I Prepare? How Can I Prepare? Build a kit !! Water Non-Perishable Food Can opener Weather Radio Battery Powered Cell-Phone Charger Flashlight Plastic Sheeting and Duct-Tape Pet Supplies Medication Documents
People with People with Disabilities/ Elderly Disabilities/ Elderly Plans. 1. Make a List Of Who Can and Will Help You Supplies in Kit 1. Hearing Aids/ Batteries 2. Medical Records and Instructions 3. List of People Who Can Help You 4. Mobility Devices
Amateur Radio in Disasters Amateur Radio in Disasters Terrestrial Communications Go Down ! Cellphone Networks are Overloaded ! Amateur Radio: A. Operated by Quasi-Professional, Highly Skilled Operators B. Does Not Go Down. C. Often the Main Communications Link 1. 2003 North American Blackout: Used a repeater placed on the Chrysler Building In NYC to be a link between Emergency Management and the public. 2. Hurricane Katrina: A. Primary Communications for American Red Cross. B. Hancock Ms. Lost all communication with outside world. HAM operators proved to be a vital link.
Business Continuity Business Continuity 40% of all businesses that close due to a disaster never reopen. Most of those that do open will be out of business within two years. Continuity plans help to ensure the businesses will be able to provide its core functions with minimal disruption and subsequent loss of revenue. https://www.ready.gov/sites/default/files/documents/files/Busines sContinuityPlan.pdf
SAFER St. Lucie SAFER St. Lucie 501 (c)3 Non-profit founded in 2005. Merger -volunteer organizations active in disasters & long term disaster recovery organizations. Mission is to create a community that is equipped to bounce back more quickly after disasters. Grant/donation funded & volunteer staffed
SAFER St. Lucie SAFER St. Lucie Repaired more than 150 storm damaged homes since 2004 and mitigated nearly 500 low-income homes using volunteers. In FY16 >8,000 area residents have been educated in preparedness and mitigation. Initial focus is on those most vulnerable to disasters.
Membership No Dues Great Networking Opportunity Meetings 4th Tuesday of Every Month, 10AM United Way of SLC, 4800 S. US 1, Ft. Pierce www.SAFERStLucie.org or https://www.facebook.com/Saferstlucie/?fref=ts
Thank You!! Thank You!! Robert Bob Worcester Education and Disaster Specialist 772-462-8222 worcesterr@stlucieco.org
