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Last Update at: 5/18/2009 4:48:01 PM
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Be Prepared for DisastersBe prepared for hot weather this summer
Please follow these tips to stay cool:
- Turn on air conditioning, swamp coolers, portable or ceiling fans to help keep rooms cooler.
- If you or someone you know is feeling ill from the heat, remove them from the heat immediately, offer water and seek medical help or call 911.
- Limit outdoor activity to morning and evening hours.If you work outside, be sure to begin drinking fluids well before your job begins and to keep drinking fluids. Try to arrange your work, if possible, in the cooler hours of the day.
- If you work outside, be sure to begin drinking fluids well before your job begins and to keep drinking fluids. Try to arrange your work, if possible, in the cooler hours of the day.
Build an Emergency Supplies KitClick here to download an Emergency Supply Kit Checklist. Click here to download Guidelines for Storing Food and Water Create a Family Disaster PlanA Family Disaster Plan is an essential step in the road to preparedness. A plan includes evacuation routes, a safe place to meet, and designating an out-of-state contact. And remember, practice, practice, practice!
Earthquake Preparedness TipsDrop, Cover & Hold On• When in a HIGH-RISE BUILDING, move against an interior wall if you are not near a desk or table. Protect your head and neck with your arms. Do not use the elevators. • When OUTDOORS, move to a clear area away from trees, signs, buildings, or downed electrical wires and poles. • When on a SIDEWALK NEAR BUILDINGS, duck into a doorway to protect yourself from falling bricks, glass, plaster and other debris. • When DRIVING, pull over to the side of the road and stop. Avoid overpasses and power lines. Stay inside your vehicle until the shaking stops.• When in a CROWDED STORE OR OTHER PUBLIC PLACE, move away from display shelves containing objects that could fall. Do not rush for the exit. • When in a STADIUM OR THEATER, stay in your seat, get below the level of the back of the seat and cover your head and neck with your arms. En Espanol Puntos de Preparacion Contra Terremotos
Emergency Alert System Radio Stations
95.1 FM KFRG in the Valley and High Desert 93.3 KBHR in Big Bear Valley 98.9 KHWY in the High Desert 102.3 KZXY in the Victor Valley 107.7 KCDZ in Morongo and Joshua Tree
Each season can bring unexpected weather, road closures and delays. Please check the status of roads and weather before traveling. For current road conditions, call Caltrans Public Affairs at (866) 383-4631 (7 am to 5 pm Mon-Fri) or Road Conditions at (800) 427-ROAD (1-800-427-7623). Or visit the Caltrans Web site at www.caltrans8.info for road information and closures.
Important information for flood potential in burned areas
Please visit www.weather.gov for weather updates and forecasts.
FLOOD SAFETY GUIDELINES DON'T underestimate the power of water & debris flows DON’T use off-road shortcuts DON’T attempt to drive across creeks or flooded roads – a foot of water can float many vehicles. DON’T walk through moving water. DON’T attempt to re-enter the area until officials declare it safe. DON’T stop to collect belongings if officials say to leave immediately. BUT if there’s time, load your important items in the car and load pets last See below for more helpful downloadsInformacion Sobre Las Inundaciones En Espanol
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