Emergency Management Dept.

Emergency preparedness is an extremely important aspect of day-to-day life that most people overlook. What would you do if you were trapped in your home for three days with no electricity or running water? During a natural disaster, such as a flood, emergency services may not be able to get to you in a timely manner so it is important to have a kit ready to shelter in place.

There may also be members of your household may not be prepared for disasters, as well as the aftermath. With the history of flooding in the Monadnock Region, it is important that every member of your household knows what to do in case of a flood or other disaster. Take time now to go through the safety precautions and protocols of flooding with them. What about a personal emergency, like a fire? Does your family have a meeting spot or a plan? Talk to them about these types of disasters as well.

In addition to making a plan, a collection of critical supplies is also required. Get started with some of these essential tips:

• Create an emergency water supply of at least 1 gallon of water per day for each person and pet for 3 days. A 2-week supply is better. Strongly consider storing additional water, for pregnant women, and for family members who are sick.

• Your emergency supplies kit is not a dumping ground for all the forlorn and forgotten things in your pantry. Take into consideration your family’s dietary needs, likes and dislikes, also any food allergies and medical conditions when choosing foods for your kit.

• Be prepared with an ample supply of medications and the devices and supplies necessary to take or administer the prescription for everyone in your household.

There are many resources through:

FEMA (www.ready.gov)

CDC (emergency.cdc.gov)

ReadyNH (www.readynh.gov)

to assist you in planning for emergencies, creating an emergency preparedness kit. You can also learn more about how to stay informed before, during and after an emergency.

Make a Plan

You can plan ahead for disasters. It is important to make and practice an emergency plan. Knowing where to meet in case you have to leave the house or what to do if there is an emergency and family, caregiver and others cannot be reached is vital to keeping everyone safe. You can find steps, tips, and templates for emergency plans at:

www.readynh.gov/emergency-plan

http://www.ready.gov/make-a-plan 

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Build a Kit

Are you prepared to be in your house for 72 hours? Work with your family to make a preparedness kit with 72 hours’ worth of food, water, and medications in case the power goes out and you are waiting for help to arrive. Tips for a successful preparedness kit can be found at: 

www.readynh.gov/emergency-kits

www.ready.gov/build-a-kit.