Disaster preparedness for the family

Disaster preparedness involves the entire family. Parents should inform themselves
of preparedness and response issues, and they should share this information with their children.

It is important to talk with children about safety and to include them in planning for a disaster. Here is a
guided check list to help you and your family in the event of a disaster.

Disaster preparedness involves the entire family. Parents should inform themselves of preparedness and
response issues, and they should share this information with their children. It is important to talk with
children about safety and to include them in planning for a disaster. Often adults will take precautions at
their children's suggestion that they would not normally take.

Create a Family Disaster Plan by taking four simple steps:

 First, learn what hazards exist in your community and how to prepare for each.

 Then, meet with your family to discuss what you would do, as a group, in each situation.

 Next, take steps to prepare your family for disasters by posting emergency phone numbers,
selecting an out-of-town/province family contact, assembling disaster supplies kits for each
member of your household and installing smoke detectors or alarms as necessary on each level
of your home.

 Finally, practice your Family Disaster Plan so that everyone will remember what to do when a
disaster does occur and where to meet in case of emergency.

Be a part of disaster planning:

 Everyone in the household should play a part in the family's preparedness efforts, as well as
your response and recovery efforts.

 Make a game of putting together a disaster supplies kit. Think of items that should be included
in the kits and find the items (at home or at the store) and put them in the kit. Be sure to include
small games or books and some comfort items, such as a blanket or stuffed animal, in the kit.
 Keep a flashlight beside your bed. Lead your family with a flashlight during disaster drills.
 Recognize danger signals. Make sure you know what smoke detectors, fire alarms and
community warning systems sound like.

 Know how and when to call for help. Post emergency numbers by the telephones, and have a
plan of action for what you should do if telephones are out of service.
 Memorize your family name, address and phone number.
Immediately after the disaster:

 Stay together with your family

 Listen as your parents or other adults explain the situation and what will happen next.

 Talk about the disaster; you’re encouraged to ask questions.

 Help with the responsibilities, chores, etc.

What is a “go bag”?

A “go bag” is slightly different than the emergency supplies you keep at home. You’ll use it if you need
to leave your home. These items need to be in a portable bag (like a backpack or other easy-to-carry
container with handles) and ready to move with you, in case of evacuation.
If you have many people in your family, it’s a good idea to have more than one backpack. That way, you
can divide up the supplies. You want to make sure the bags are easy to carry and don’t get in the way of
evacuation.

Important Documents
If there’s a big disaster, these documents could be the only records your family has. So don’t forget the
big stuff! Keep everything in a waterproof, easy-to-carry container, like a light plastic box or sealed
folder.
· Emergency contact info
· Important phone numbers (doctor, dentist, family, friends)
· Personal identification cards (license, passport, social security cards)
· Medical records (prescriptions, allergy info, immunizations, etc.)
· Insurance, wills, contracts, and other legal documents
· Bank/financial information (account numbers, credit card info, stocks, bonds, etc.)
· List of valuable assets (jewelry, appliances, technology, etc.)

Survival Items
Many of the supplies in your go bag will be similar to your home emergency supplies. The difference is
that these supplies need to be ready to move. Don’t weigh yourself down, but pack enough supplies for
a day or so.
· Food
· Water
· Money/Cards (credit or debit cards)
· First aid kit
· Medication
· Flashlight (with extra batteries), low burning candles
· Extra keys (to your house and car)
· Clothing (especially waterproof jackets and sturdy shoes)
· Blankets or sleeping bags
· Child care supplies
· Tools (waterproof matches, duct tape, scissors or a multi-tool, flares, pen, notepad, garbage bags,
bleach)

Emergencies : Go Bags for People with Disabilities

If you have a disability, always keep in mind your particular needs when you make your kits. Don’t just
follow a general list.
If you have mobility disabilities, you should include the following items in your kit and go bag:
· A pair of heavy gloves for wheeling or to make your way through debris or glass
· An extra battery for motorized wheelchairs or scooters
· Jumper cables or other charging devices you can connect to automobiles
· A spare cane or walker
· A patch kit or a can of “seal-in-air” product to repair flat tires
· Food, toys and other care items for your service animal
· Medical information list
If you have sensory disabilities, you should include:
· A pad of paper and pencils for writing notes
· Extra batteries for tape recorders, portable TTY and other equipment
· An extra pair of dark glasses, if required by your doctor
· A folding mobility cane
· Food, toys and other care items for your service animal
· Medical information list
If you have developmental or cognitive disabilities, you should include:
· Extra power source or batteries for yohindi ur communication device
· Paper and writing materials
· A favorite item, like a toy or a book, to help you stay focused while waiting in lines
· Medical information list
· Emergency contact list

Your “go bag” should have something for everyone. If you or somebody else in your family has special
needs, learn how you can be prepared
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Submitted by:

Dan Yves G. Maypa

Grade - 6 Purity

Submitted to:

Mrs. Espiritu