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COVID-19 continues to pose significant health risks, yet natural hazards such as wildfires and hurricanes persist. This guide is designed to help you prepare now so that you can stay safe while also safeguarding yourself and others from the virus.
Get Vaccinated: Protect yourself, your loved ones, and your community by getting vaccinated agnst COVID-19.
Vaccination Eligibility: Everyone aged 5 years or older should receive a vaccine, and those aged 12 years or older are recommed to get their booster shots.
Finding Vaccination Locations:
Visit vaccines.govhttps:www.vaccines.gov or its Spanish equivalent, vacunas.gov.
Text your zip code to the number 438829.
Call the national COVID-19 vaccine hotline at 1-800-232-0233 for free assistance.
Wear a mask indoors: Vaccines offer protection agnst severe illness and death, but they do not guarantee complete immunity. After being fully vaccinated, continue to wear masks in indoor public spaces.
Mask Guidelines: Ensure your mask covers both nose and mouth securely under the chin.
Identify Local Hazards: Some disasters like floods can occur anywhere, while others such as earthquakes or hurricanes are more common in specific regions. Learn about potential risks that affect your area.
Sign up for free emergency notifications from your local government authorities.
Backup Solutions:
A portable battery charger
An extra battery
A battery-powered radio preferably with a NOAA Weather Radio if avlable
Stay informed about weather conditions nearby through continuous updates and alerts.
Prepare to cope effectively in an emergency situation:
First d and CPR Trning: Learn basic life-saving techniques.
Self-Sufficiency: Plan for living without power, gas, or water services for at least several days to weeks.
Power Source Preparation: Consider backup solutions like portable generators or solar panels for essential devices like cell phones, CPAP s, wheelchrs, and medical equipment.
Go-Kit: A lightweight kit contning items you can carry when evacuating. Include essentials such as:
Power Bank
Cell Phone Charger
Multi-tool
Battery-powered or hand-crank radio
Stay-at-Home Kit: A larger kit for those unable to evacuate, providing provisions for at least two weeks. This should include:
Water 1 gallon per person per day
Food non-perishable, easy-to-prepare items
Prescription Medications
Sanitation and hygiene supplies
First d kit
Face coverings for everyone aged 2 years or older
Flashlight or battery-powered lantern
Extra batteries
Adapt these kits to your household's specific needs, accounting for seasonal changes.
Communication Plans: Establish communication strategies with family members and designated out-of-town contacts.
Evacuation Locations: Select predetermined safe areas within and outside your community based on potential disaster scenarios.
Emotional Support: It's normal to experience anxiety, stress, or grief following a disaster. Focus on mntning healthy eating habits and adequate sleep to handle stress effectively.
Seek Assistance: If needed, contact the Disaster Distress Helpline for confidential support. Call or text 1-800-985-5990.
Follow public health guidelines to reduce infection risk while preparing for disasters:
Explore resources designed with accessibility in mind:
Accessible COVID-19 Guidancehttps:www.accessibilityresources.orgcovid-19
Emergency Preparedness for People with Disabilitieshttps:www.disabilityinfo.govpreparedisasteremergency-preparedness
Support the American Red Cross's urgent itarian efforts to d those affected by disasters:
Select your preferred donation amount:
$75, $125, $250, $500, $1000
The minimum online donation is $10.
Visit the American Red Cross website or use the specified online form to contribute.
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