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SHELTER-IN-PLACE

Potential deadly incidents, such as a hazardous material spill or a severe weather warning require a shelter-in-place plan. A Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, or Explosion (CBRNE) incident is when exposure to an agent can cause serious physical harm or death. Severe weather, such as a tornado warning, should prompt automatic shelter in place procedures. A shelter-in-place order is delivered through NOAA weather radios and public broadcast systems or one could come from local officials.

Bring your family and pets inside.
Lock doors, close windows, air vents and fireplace dampers.
Turn off fans, air conditioning and forced air heating systems.
Take your emergency supply kit (unless you have reason to believe it has been contaminated).
Go into an interior room with few windows, if possible.
In a CBRNE emergency, seal all windows, doors and air vents with plastic sheeting and duct tape.

Consider measuring, cutting and numbering the sheeting in advance to save time. Be prepared to improvise and use what you have on hand to seal gaps so that you create a barrier between yourself and any contamination.

Local authorities may not immediately be able to provide information on what is happening and what you should do. However, you should watch TV, listen to the radio or check the Internet often for official news and instructions as they become available.

The illustration shows what areas should be covered in a CBRNE shelter-in-place emergency.

72 HOUR SUPPLIES KIT SHOPPING LIST

Large clear container (18.5 gallon)
Camp Axe
Emergency 4 in 1 tool (for water/gas shut off)
Flashlight
Alkaline batteries (size D for flashlight)
Multi purpose tool
Tape – masking and duct
Battery operated radio
Alkaline batteries (size AA for radio)
2-Way FRS radios

Alkaline batteries (size AAA for FRS radios)
Antibacterial moist wipes
First-Aid kit (Red Cross soft pack)
Face masks (3) – N95 or better rating
Gloves (leather)
Goggles
Water-less alcohol-based hand sanitizer
Whistle necklace
Comfort & Convenience
Butane Lighter
Compass
Fleece sleeping bag & “space” blanket
Insect repellent lotion
Paper plates & cups and plastic utensils
Plastic garbage bags (drawstring)
Rain poncho
Sunscreen lotion
Terrycloth towels
Personal
Comb & brush
Deodorant, razor & shaving cream
Personal cleansing cloths & washcloth
Soap & Shampoo
Toothbrush & toothpaste

In addition to the basic items in your 72 hr kit, you should add the following:

• Change of clothing (in a zip-lock plastic bag) & footwear, including long sleeved shirt and pants, closed-toed shoes or boots
• Extra glasses and/or contact lens supplies
• Non-prescription medications, including pain relievers, stomach remedies, etc.
• Prescription medications: at least three-day’s supply
• Feminine hygiene supplies and/or shaving supplies
• Extra set of car keys and a credit card, cash or Traveler’s checks
• Copies of documents important to your family (birth certificates, marriage licenses, wills, insurance forms, etc.), phone numbers you might need, credit card information

Along with your main 72 hr kit, you will need a separate food kit that must be refreshed every 6 months.

Water: One gallon of water per person, per day (8 16-oz bottles per person, per day).

Food: A three-day supply of non-perishable food. Select foods that require no refrigeration, preparation or cooking, and little or no water. Select food items that are compact and lightweight.

72 HOUR FOOD KIT

Smaller clear container (15 quart)
Bottled water (24 16-oz bottles)
Juice – boxed (6)
Peanut Butter
Jam (plastic squeeze bottle)
Saltine crackers
Chili – boxed (2)
Tuna (2 foil pouches)
Mayonnaise packets (for tuna)
Applesauce (6 individual cups)
Pudding (4 individual cups)
Energy bars (4)

Along with your main 72 hr kit, you will need a separate food kit that must be refreshed every 6 months.

Water: One gallon of water per person, per day (8 16-oz bottles per person, per day).

Food: A three-day supply of non-perishable food. Select foods that require no refrigeration, preparation or cooking, and little or no water. Select food items that are compact and lightweight.

To-Go Bag Supplies

Backpack
Food and water (as much as you can practically carry)
Portable radio and extra batteries
First aid kit and handbook
5-day supply of any medications you take regularly and a copy of your prescriptions
Whistle (to alert rescuers to your location)
Personal hygiene supplies (including toilet paper)
Emergency lighting (e.g. glow sticks, flashlight, headlamp) and extra batteries
Large garbage bags and paper towels
Change of clothing and a hat
Sturdy shoes, in case an evacuation requires walking long distances
Dust mask
Pen, paper and tape
Cash in small denominations
Copy of health insurance card and driver license or identification card
Photos of family members for reunification purposes
List of emergency contact phone numbers More tips
In children’s Go-bags, include medical consent forms, a family photo for reunification purposes and a favorite toy, cards or book.
Include flares and jumper cables in your vehicle’s Go-bag.
Remember to make a Go-bag for your pet!

OFFICE EMERGENCY KIT

Everyone who works away from home is encouraged to build a personal Office Emergency Kit. The kit is designed for use if: an emergency occurs requiring evacuation from the building and you have to remain in an area for an extended period of time. If an emergency occurs causing you to be confined to a Shelter-in-Place location for an extended period of
time you will have your office kit

Enough water for 24 hours
Enough food for 24 hours
Leather and latex gloves
Whistle (to alert rescuers to your location)
Emergency lighting (e.g. glow sticks, flashlight, headlamp)
Dust Mask
Pen, paper, and tape
Copy of health insurance card and driver’s license or identification card
Portable radio and extra batteries
Cash in small denominations for transportation if needed
List of emergency contact phone numbers
Mini First-Aid Kit