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Prepare For Disaster : The Five Step Plan #1 Duplicate Your Important Documents and Keep an Extra Copy Offsite either in a safety deposit box or with someone you trust. Examples of these documents are: passports, driver's license, social security card, will, deeds, financial statements, prescriptions, personal items, etc. Include an inventory of your valuables, in writing and with photographs or video. This will help you with your insurance company later.

What To Do When Disaster Strikes! Mental HealthAny kind of disaster can be very stressful and everybody will react differently. Coping with a disaster can be difficult, but some ways to make it easier are to:Let your feelings out. Express yourself in a positive way by talking to someone you trust, drawing, painting or writing.Avoid taking your feelings out on othersEncourage children to express their feelings, but don't pressure them if they do not feel ready.Return to normal routines as soon as …

What To Do When Disaster Strikes! Severe Storms and FloodingSevere storms can cause landslides or flooding. Be aware of hillsides that can slip as well as streams, drainage channels and other areas that may flood.Stay clear of downed power linesDo not try to walk across a flowing stream where water is above your knees.Do not allow children to play around high water, storm drains or viaductsDo not try to drive over a flooded road. If your vehicle stalls, leave it and go to higher ground. …

What To Do When Disaster Strikes! Power OutagePower cuts can be due to rolling blackouts, extreme weather conditions, or accompany other disasters such as earthquakes.If there is no power in your neighborhood:Turn off all appliances, computers, and lights - except one that will indicate when power has been restored.Keep the refrigerator closed; this will help to keep food cold longer.Be very careful of fire hazards caused by candles and other flammable light sources. Never leave an open flame un …

What To Do When Disaster Strikes! FireIf your smoke detector goes off or you notice a fire:Remain clam and get out. Do not try to fight the fire.Call 9-1-1 from a safe place.If your clothes catch on fire, Stop where you are, Drop to the ground and Roll over and over to smother the flames.Drop to the floor to avoid smoke and fumes - crawl to safety.Feel the door with the back of your hand before you open it. If it is hot, find another way out.If you are unable to get out of your home for any reas …