[Durham INC] Storm Preparedness including for disasters, power failures, and cold weather

[Laura Drey]

> Storm Preparation (for a detailed list—including for disasters, power failures, and cold weather—see the attachment)
> Have a storm plan
> ·         Know where to go (basement, space without windows such as interior hallway)
> ·         How to get in touch with loved ones
> ·         Rehearse and talk about plan with young children

> Supplies to keep on hand in case electricity goes out or you cannot get out on road due to trees down, ice and snow
> ·         Prescription medicine: enough to last at least 7 days 
> ·         Cell phone (batteries replenished)
> ·         Gas in the car (in case of an emergency)
> ·         Radio (battery or solar powered)
> ·         Weather radio (battery or solar powered) 
> ·         Money on hand (in case cannot use an ATM) 
> ·         Nonperishable food, including 6 packs of soy or rice milk (not need to be refrigerated) fruits & vegetables (for example, apples and carrots)  
> ·         Cooler and blue ice (so not to open refrigerator)
> ·         Flashlights with batteries (check expiration date) 
> ·         Lantern (like used for camping) and power source (kerosene, batteries etc)    
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> To learn about where classes and workshops are available for children and teens see the attachment.
>  
> --Laura
>  

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