Top Safety Tips

Make an evacuation plan with your family.  Discuss it and practice it once every 6 months to a year.

• Always follow the directions of first responders. 
• It is recommended that you have supplies on hand for at least 2 weeks.
• The three basic actions necessary when you begin to feel an earthquake are to drop to the floor, take cover and hold on. 
• Video each room of your home and verbally discuss contents. 
• Always keep at least ½ a tank of gas in your car.
• Keep your emergency kit in a place that is easily accessible such as in a coat clost or under your bed.
• Keep all your important documents such as insurance (including medical, home and car), birth certificates, doctor's name, medical records and passport in one place for easy access. 
• Keep cash on hand in small bills. 
• If you are on medication on a daily basis, make sure you have an extra prescription. 
• If you wear glasses, have an extra pair in your emergency kit. 
• Keep a pair of shoes under your bed. 
• Have an out of state contact person, 
• When going into public places, always note your easiest exit. 
• If you have a pool, you can use that water to flush your toilet. IF you do not, purchase 2 boxes of scoopable kitty litter and trash bags. You can line your toilet bowl with the litter. 
• Create a grab and go kit with clothing. Suggested (but you can do more) 2 - pants, shirts, 1 - light jacket, sweatshirt, 7 pair socks and underwear, brush, feminine hygiene. 
• Do not forget your pets! Make sure you have plenty of food and water for them!