femaregion8

femaregion8

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FEMA Region 8 serves CO, MT, ND, SD, UT & WY. This channel provides FEMA mission-related information. For emergencies, call your local fire/EMS/police or 9-1-1.

Denver · http://www.fema.gov/about/regions/regionviii/index.shtm

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  1. If you're on the road, travel with a first aid kit and necessary medications in case you are away from home for a prolonged time.

  2. WEA is a free, wireless emergency alert system that sends text-like alert msgs to your mobile device during an emergency in your area

  3. Many communities offer alert notifications through their own systems. Check with the state or local govt in your area.

  4. Find out what kinds of disasters, both natural and accidental, are most likely to occur in your area and how you will be notified.

  5. Plan for your risks. There are actions that should be taken before, during and after an event that are unique to each hazard.

  6. Teach children how to be ready too. Have them help build your family emergency kit and plan ahead with them

  7. First responders will be there after a disaster but they cannot reach everyone immediately. Have your own kit ready

  8. Winter Safety Tip: Listen to your NOAA weather radio for updates and follow instructions of local officials

  9. Don't forget about pets when a is approaching. Bring pets and companion animals inside during winter weather.

  10. Have blankets and warm clothing in your car and also ready at home in case of a power outage

  11. If a is headed your way, fill up your gas tank, buy extra flashlight batteries and have a 72-hour supply kit ready.

  12. From the Phoenix Office of Emergency Management: Do not use candles as a source of light during a power outage. It is a fire hazard.

  13. If you will be going away during cold weather, leave the heat on in your home, set to a temperature no lower than 55ºF.

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