adults - storms - preparedness

E-Learning Module for Adults

Storms

e-Learning for the Prevention, Preparedness and Response to Natural Disasters

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Part 2: PreparednessIn part 2 of the Storm module , you will learn:

• Where can you find more information on severe weather?•What to be aware of in your area.

•What can you do to be better prepared?

•How to prepare to drive in storms.•Business owners - What can you do to be better prepared?•The importance of following the advice of the professionals.


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Part 2: Preparedness

Where can you find more information on severe weather?


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Part 2: Preparedness Finding information

www.meteoalarm.eu

www.meteoalarm.eu will provide the most relevant information needed to prepare for extreme weather, expected to occur somewhere over Europe:

http://www.meteoalarm.eu/


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www.meteoalarm.eu

www.meteoalarm.eu will provide the most relevant information needed to prepare for extreme weather, expected to occur somewhere over Europe:•It will alert you to the possible occurrence of severe weather, such as heavy rain with risk of flooding, severe thunderstorms, gale-force winds, heat waves, forest fires, fog, snow or extreme cold with blizzards, avalanches or severe coastal tides.



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www.meteoalarm.eu

www.meteoalarm.eu will provide the most relevant information needed to prepare for extreme weather, expected to occur somewhere over Europe:•It will alert you to the possible occurrence of severe weather, such as heavy rain with risk of flooding, severe thunderstorms, gale-force winds, heat waves, forest fires, fog, snow or extreme cold with blizzards, avalanches or severe coastal tides.•In one glance you will be able to see where in Europe the weather might become dangerous.



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www.meteoalarm.eu www.meteoalarm.eu will provide the most relevant information needed to prepare for extreme weather, expected to occur somewhere over Europe:•It will alert you to the possible occurrence of severe weather, such as heavy rain with risk of flooding, severe thunderstorms, gale-force winds, heat waves, forest fires, fog, snow or extreme cold with blizzards, avalanches or severe coastal tides.•In one glance you will be able to see where in Europe the weather might become dangerous. •www.meteoalarm.eu is the website that integrates all important severe weather information originating from the official National Public Weather Services across a large number of European countries. This information is presented consistently to ensure coherent interpretation as widely as possible throughout Europe.



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www.meteoalarm.eu

www.meteoalarm.eu is developed for EUMETNET, the Network of European Meteorological Services. This initiative is supported by WMO the World Meteorological Organization.


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www.meteoalarm.eu

The participating countries are:Austria, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Belgium, Bulgaria, Switzerland, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Germany, Denmark, Estonia, Spain, Finland, France, Greece, Croatia, Hungary, Ireland, Iceland, Italy, Luxemburg, Latvia, Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, Malta, Montenegro, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Serbia, Sweden, Slovenia, Slovakia, United Kingdom.

www.meteoalarm.eu is developed for EUMETNET, the Network of European Meteorological Services. This initiative is supported by WMO the World Meteorological Organization.


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National meteorological services from each country will also provide information and alerts on severe weather. The next slides contain a list of the meteorological services from the EU and neighbouring countries.

National meteorological services


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National meteorological services Germany Deutscher Wetterdienst (DWD) www.dwd.deUnited Kingdom Met Office www.metoffice.gov.uk France Météo-France www.meteo.fr Italy Ufficio Generale Spazio Aereo e Meteorologia (USAM) - Reparto Meteorologia

www.meteoam.it/Spain Agencia Estatal de Meteorología (AEMET), Ministerio de Agricultura,

Alimentación y Medio Ambiente www.aemet.esNetherlands Koninklijk Nederlands Meteorologisch Instituut (KNMI) www.knmi.nl Switzerland MeteoSchweiz / MétéoSuisse / MeteoSvizzera www.meteoschweiz.chBelgium Institut Royal Météorologique de Belgique (IRM) / Koninklijk Meteorologisch

Instituut van België (KMI) www.kmi.beSweden Sveriges meteorologiska och hydrologiska institut (SMHI) www.smhi.se

http://www.dwd.de/

http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/

http://www.meteo.fr/

http://www.meteoam.it/

http://www.aemet.es/

http://www.knmi.nl/

http://www.meteoschweiz.ch/

http://www.kmi.be/

http://www.smhi.se/


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National meteorological servicesAustria Zentralanstalt für Meteorologie und Geodynamik (ZAMG):www.zamg.ac.atNorway Meteorologisk institutt (met.no):www.met.noPoland Instytut Meteorologii i Gospodarki Wodnej (IMGW):www.imgw.plDenmark Danmarks Meteorologiske Institut (DMI):www.dmi.dkGreece Εθνική Μετεωρολογική Υπηρεσία (HNMS):www.hnms.grFinland Ilmatieteen laitos / Meteorologiska institutet (FMI):www.fmi.fiPortugal Instituto de Meteorologia (IM):www.meteo.ptIreland Met Éireann:www.met.ieCzech Republic Český hydrometeorologický ústav (CHMI), Družicové Oddělení:www.chmi.czHungary Országos Meteorológiai Szolgálat (OMSZ):www.met.huRomania Országos Meteorológiai Szolgálat (OMSZ): www.met.hu

http://www.zamg.ac.at/

http://www.met.no/

http://www.imgw.pl/

http://www.dmi.dk/

http://www.hnms.gr/

http://www.fmi.fi/

http://www.meteo.pt/

http://www.met.ie/

http://www.chmi.cz/meteo/sat/

http://www.met.hu/

http://www.met.hu/


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National meteorological services and their websiteSlovakia Slovenský hydrometeorologický ústav (SHMU):www.shmu.skCroatia Državni hidrometeorološki zavod (DHMZ):www.meteo.hrSlovenia Agencija Republike Slovenije za Okolje (ARSO):www.arso.gov.siLuxembourg Administration de la navigation aérienne:www.aeroport.public.luLatvia Latvijas Vides, ģeoloģijas un meteoroloģijas aģentūra (LVGMA):www.meteo.lvLithuania Lietuvos hidrometeorologijos tarnyba (LHS), prie Aplinkos ministerijos:

www.meteo.ltIceland Veðurstofa Íslands:www.vedur.isEstonia Keskkonnaagentuur (KAUR):www.emhi.eeBulgaria Национален институт по метеорология и хидрология (INMH):

www.meteo.bgSerbia Republic Hydrometeorological Service of Serbia:www.hidmet.gov.rs

http://www.shmu.sk/

http://www.meteo.hr/

http://www.arso.gov.si/

http://www.aeroport.public.lu/fr/meteo/index.html

http://www.meteo.lv/

http://www.meteo.lt/

http://www.vedur.is/

http://www.emhi.ee/

http://www.meteo.bg/

http://www.hidmet.gov.rs/


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Example: The Met Office (UK)

The Met Office warns the public and emergency responders of severe weather, which has the potential to cause danger to life or widespread disruption, through its National Severe Weather Warning Service. This service includes warnings for rain, snow, wind, fog and ice or any combination of these.


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The Met Office warns the public and emergency responders of severe weather, which has the potential to cause danger to life or widespread disruption, through its National Severe Weather Warning Service. This service includes warnings for rain, snow, wind, fog and ice or any combination of these.

The warning symbols used by the Met Office are :

Source: Met Office


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You should always check your local weather forecast and look out for any warnings. Warnings are given a colour by the Met Office depending on a combination of the likelihood of the weather occurring and the impact such weather would have, i.e. flooding from rain or damage from wind.


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You should always check your local weather forecast and look out for any warnings. Warnings are given a colour by the Met Office depending on a combination of the likelihood of the weather occurring and the impact such weather would have, i.e. flooding from rain or damage from wind.

There are basic messages attached to each of the colours and these are as follows:

Source: Met Office


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For more information on the colour types and what these mean please visit the Met Office webpage at: http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/guide/weather/severe-weather-advice

http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/guide/weather/severe-weather-advice


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For more information on the colour types and what these mean please visit the Met Office webpage at: http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/guide/weather/severe-weather-advice

The 5 warning symbols – rain, wind, snow, ice and fog – will appear in one of the above colours and you should visit the Met Office website to obtain advice on what to do to mitigate the impacts of these weather types.

http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/guide/weather/severe-weather-advice


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Other means of finding out

information about forthcoming

weather include



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Other means of finding out

information about forthcoming

weather include


Emergency Services and Local Authority Websites

RadioTelevision

SmartphoneSocial media


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What to be aware of in your area


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Part 2: Preparedness What to be aware of

Find out if there are any weather related issues where you currently live or plan to live.


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The national meteorological services from your country should provide you with such information or links on where to find such information.


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The national meteorological services from your country should provide you with such information or links on where to find such information. Go back to

the list of national

meteorological

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Example: The UK

Find out if you’re at risk of flooding from rivers or the sea, surface water or reservoirs, in the UK, by visiting https://www.gov.uk/check-if-youre-at-risk-of-flooding. This link also allows you to find out if you’re at risk of flooding now or in the next 3 days. You have the option to sign up to the Environment Agency’s Flood Warning Service, which is a free service that will issue warnings by phone, email or text message, or alternatively you can call the Environment Agency Floodline 24/7 on 0345 988 1188.

https://www.gov.uk/check-if-youre-at-risk-of-flooding


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What can you do to be better prepared?


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Part 2: Preparedness How to be better prepared

Get your house ready for severe weather

Severe weather can cause a number of problems in your home, such as:


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Severe weather can cause a number of problems in your home, such as:•Older houses and properties that are poorly insulated will be difficult to keep warm in cold weather.


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Severe weather can cause a number of problems in your home, such as:•Older houses and properties that are poorly insulated will be difficult to keep warm in cold weather.•Pipes inside your home may freeze and split when temperatures drop below freezing, causing them to burst.


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Severe weather can cause a number of problems in your home, such as:•Older houses and properties that are poorly insulated will be difficult to keep warm in cold weather.•Pipes inside your home may freeze and split when temperatures drop below freezing, causing them to burst.•Storms may disrupt power and gas supplies, leaving you without electricity and heating.


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Severe weather can cause a number of problems in your home, such as:•Older houses and properties that are poorly insulated will be difficult to keep warm in cold weather.•Pipes inside your home may freeze and split when temperatures drop below freezing, causing them to burst.•Storms may disrupt power and gas supplies, leaving you without electricity and heating.•Heavy snow and ice around your home may cause leaks and even flooding as it melts.


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Severe weather can cause a number of problems in your home, such as:•Older houses and properties that are poorly insulated will be difficult to keep warm in cold weather.•Pipes inside your home may freeze and split when temperatures drop below freezing, causing them to burst.•Storms may disrupt power and gas supplies, leaving you without electricity and heating.•Heavy snow and ice around your home may cause leaks and even flooding as it melts.•High winds may damage roofs, chimneys, guttering and drainpipes. Trees may be blown down and loose garden furniture, sheds and fences can all cause damage to your property.


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There are a number of ways you can better protect your home against the effects of severe weather, including:


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There are a number of ways you can better protect your home against the effects of severe weather, including:•Insulating your loft and wall cavities, lagging your pipes and draught-proof windows and doors will help keep heat in, as well as helping to cut costs. Drawing curtains and keeping your radiators free of obstructions can also help to improve efficiency.


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There are a number of ways you can better protect your home against the effects of severe weather, including:•Insulating your loft and wall cavities, lagging your pipes and draught-proof windows and doors will help keep heat in, as well as helping to cut costs. Drawing curtains and keeping your radiators free of obstructions can also help to improve efficiency.•If you are going away for a few days, consider setting your heating to come on for at least an hour a day. This will stop pipes freezing and bursting.


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There are a number of ways you can better protect your home against the effects of severe weather, including:•Insulating your loft and wall cavities, lagging your pipes and draught-proof windows and doors will help keep heat in, as well as helping to cut costs. Drawing curtains and keeping your radiators free of obstructions can also help to improve efficiency.•If you are going away for a few days, consider setting your heating to come on for at least an hour a day. This will stop pipes freezing and bursting.•Make sure your household are aware of where to find a torch and spare batteries in case there is a power cut. If you use candles and heating appliances, remember to blow them out or switch them off if you leave the room, as these can be dangerous if left unattended. Do not leave children alone with them.


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There are a number of ways you can better protect your home against the effects of severe weather, including:•Insulating your loft and wall cavities, lagging your pipes and draught-proof windows and doors will help keep heat in, as well as helping to cut costs. Drawing curtains and keeping your radiators free of obstructions can also help to improve efficiency.•If you are going away for a few days, consider setting your heating to come on for at least an hour a day. This will stop pipes freezing and bursting.•Make sure your household are aware of where to find a torch and spare batteries in case there is a power cut. If you use candles and heating appliances, remember to blow them out or switch them off if you leave the room, as these can be dangerous if left unattended. Do not leave children alone with them.•If you are older, disabled, rely on electricity for medical equipment or on a low income then contact your fuel supplier about their Priority Service Register for vulnerable customers. They will tell you what this service provides and if you are eligible.


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Home Emergency Plan

To be able to react safely during an emergency such as; fire, flood, loss of power, etc., it is important to be prepared. A good way to be prepared is to make an emergency plan for your house. If you are a parent, then make sure to involve your kids. Every member of the household should know the plan and have discussed it.


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Home Emergency Plan

To be able to react safely during an emergency such as; fire, flood, loss of power, etc., it is important to be prepared. A good way to be prepared is to make an emergency plan for your house. If you are a parent, then make sure to involve your kids. Every member of the household should know the plan and have discussed it.

An emergency plan is a plan of what to do during an emergency such as a storm, and what to do before leaving your house, if necessary.


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Home Emergency Plan

The next slides contain suggestions for your Home Emergency Plan. However, the Plan should always be adapted to your household.


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Who to contact and how?

Content of your

Emergency Plan (1)


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Who to contact and how?•Where to meet and how to contact each other?Have an agreed meeting place in case you are not together or able to contact each other


Content of your

Emergency Plan (1)


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Who to contact and how?•Where to meet and how to contact each other?Have an agreed meeting place in case you are not together or able to contact each other•Make a list of the most important contact persons:Electricity and gas supplier, water company, telephone provider, doctor, school, work, Floodline or similar, local council, home insurance provider, etc. (See template)

Content of your

Emergency Plan (1)


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Who can you help and who can help you?• Be aware of people especially exposed in the

situationContent of

your Emergency

Plan (1)


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situationWhat about pets?

•Are you able to bring them to the evacuation centre? Content of

your Emergency

Plan (1)


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•Are you able to bring them to the evacuation centre? •How to transport them?

Content of your

Emergency Plan (1)


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What can be moved – e.g. in case of flood?

•Furniture, cars, electronics, personal belongings, etc.

Content of your

Emergency Plan (1)


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Check your insurance•Make sure it covers in case of a natural disaster

Content of your

Emergency Plan (1)


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Check your insurance•Make sure it covers in case of a natural disaster•Have the policy number ready

Content of your

Emergency Plan (1)


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Content of your

Emergency Plan (2)

How to turn off electricity, gas and water

•Mark important electrical outlets to make sure none are forgotten


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Content of your

Emergency Plan (2)



Know your way out in case of fire•Where are the keys if the door is locked?


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Content of your

Emergency Plan (2)



Know your way out in case of fire•Where are the keys if the door is locked?•Practice finding way out crawling on the floor blindfolded


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Content of your

Emergency Plan (2)




Emergency numberCall 999 at severe acute illness, accidents and life-threatening situations


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Content of your

Emergency Plan (2)




Remember the grab bag a bag with the most essential

things

Emergency numberCall 999 at severe acute illness, accidents and life-threatening situations


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Home Emergency Plan

Make sure to practise the plan together with your household. It is important that you all know it and know what to do in case of an emergency. This will help keep you safe and protect the most important belongings. Pretend there is an emergency and try to follow the plan, escape the house, seek high ground or whatever chosen scenario.


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Image courtesy of John Kasawa at FreeDigitalPhotos.net


How to make a grab bag


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Consider putting together an emergency “Grab Bag” of essential items and information which you might need if you have to leave your home in a hurry.


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It is not necessary to have all the items in the “bag”, but be aware of where they are if you choose to, or are recommended, to evacuate your home at short notice, so you can quickly gather the contents together.


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It is not necessary to have all the items in the “bag”, but be aware of where they are if you choose to, or are recommended, to evacuate your home at short notice, so you can quickly gather the contents together.

The “bag” could be a holdall or shopping bag, as long as you and your household members know what and where it is when needed.


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Suggested content for your Grab

bag


A copy of your Home Emergency Plan / checklist or list of key contacts.


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bag



Any medications or prescriptions.


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bag



Important documents (insurance policies, deeds, passports, birth and/or marriage certificates, photos, etc.) If possible place these inside a waterproof bag or container.



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bag




A radio (battery or windup) with spare batteries.



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bag


A first aid kit.



A radio (battery or windup) with spare batteries.



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bag


A first aid kit.



A torch (battery or wind-up) with spare batteries. A radio (battery or

windup) with spare batteries.



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bag


A first aid kit.






Child care supplies (nappies, feeding bottles, formula, clothes etc.)


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Additional items for your Grab

Bag


Wallet, purse, credit cards, etc.


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Bag


Wallet, purse, credit cards, etc.Mobile phone and charger.


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Bag



Toiletries and sanitary supplies.

Mobile phone and charger.


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Bag





Bottled water, energy bars, tinned food & tin opener.


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Bag






Warm clothes and blankets.


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Bag



Any special items for elderly or disabled people.






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Bag


Spare house and/or car keys.








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Bag


Spare house and/or car keys.



Jewellery.Toiletries and sanitary supplies.





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Bag



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Bag


Other important or critical supplies you might need.

Pet carrier, collar, lead and pet food.

Notepad and pencil.

Spare spectacles or contact lenses and solution, if required.


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Power Cuts

During the storm and high winds it is possible that you will lose electricity at your house


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Power cut


Keep your energy supplier’s emergency number handy –Store the number on your mobile phone and make sure you have the number in the contact list of your Home Emergency Plan (always have a paper copy of this handy). Your supplier’s Emergency Team should be available 24 hours a day.


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Power cut



Keep a torch in a convenient place – Keep a battery powered or wind-up torch handy and ensure that everyone in the household knows where it is.


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Power cut



Keep you mobile charged – Many modern phones require mains electricity to work. Have a mobile phone handy and consider purchasing a portable charger to keep it charged. Also consider buying an analogue telephone as a back-up.



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Power cut



Keep you mobile charged – Many modern phones require mains electricity to work. Have a mobile phone handy and consider purchasing a portable charger to keep it charged. Also consider buying an analogue telephone as a back-up.

Consider the Priority Services Register – If you have any special requirements, i.e. medical equipment, then contact your energy supplier about joining their Priority Services Register.



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Have a radio handy – Keep a battery powered or wind-up radio handy, as you may be able to receive updates via your local radio station.

Power cut


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Plenty of food & water – Keep some food that does not require cooking and have some bottled water handy.


Power cut


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Have warm clothes and blankets at the ready – You may lose your main source of heating. Consider buying a portable heater.



Power cut


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Back up your data files – regularly back-up work and important files on your computer. You don’t want to lose it all during a power cut.

Have warm clothes and blankets at the ready – You may lose your main source of heating. Consider buying a portable heater.



Power cut


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Check your medical equipment – If you use electrically powered medical equipment in your home, ensure your equipment has a battery back-up. Power

cut


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If you have a mains operated stair lift, check that it has a battery back-up. If it doesn’t, make enquiries to have one fitted. Also check if there is a manual release to return the lift to ground level.


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Make sure you have enough fuel in the car – Try to keep your vehicle’s fuel tank at least half full. Service stations may not be able to pump fuel during a power outage

If you have a mains operated stair lift, check that it has a battery back-up. If it doesn’t, make enquiries to have one fitted. Also check if there is a manual release to return the lift to ground level.


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Image courtesy of digitalart at FreeDigitalPhotos.net


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How to prepare to drive in storms


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Part 2: Preparedness Driving in Storms

General advice

If you are planning to travel during wintry weather, check the weather forecasts and ensure you have the items listed below.


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General advice

If you are planning to travel during wintry weather, check the weather forecasts and ensure you have the items listed below. CONSIDER WHETHER YOUR TRAVEL IS NECESSARY AND ALWAYS LISTEN TO THE ADVICE OF THE PROFESSIONALS.


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General advice

•If driving is unavoidable, simple preparations can make your journey safer.



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General advice

•If driving is unavoidable, simple preparations can make your journey safer.•Most of the following are tips for day to day motoring which gain extra importance in severe weather situations such as storms.



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General advice

•If driving is unavoidable, simple preparations can make your journey safer.•Most of the following are tips for day to day motoring which gain extra importance in severe weather situations such as storms.•For more detailed information and guidance consult motoring organisations such as RAC and AA. Image courtesy of digitalart at

FreeDigitalPhotos.net


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Keep your vehicle well maintained by carrying out the following checks.•Battery – ensure your battery is charging correctly and always ensure you switch off radios / lights and other electrical circuits when parking to minimise battery drain.


Tips for driving in storms


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Keep your vehicle well maintained by carrying out the following checks.•Battery – ensure your battery is charging correctly and always ensure you switch off radios / lights and other electrical circuits when parking to minimise battery drain.•Coolant – ensure coolant levels are within the manufacturer’s recommended levels and add anti-freeze for winter driving in the right ratio to protect your engine.




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Keep your vehicle well maintained by carrying out the following checks.•Battery – ensure your battery is charging correctly and always ensure you switch off radios / lights and other electrical circuits when parking to minimise battery drain.•Coolant – ensure coolant levels are within the manufacturer’s recommended levels and add anti-freeze for winter driving in the right ratio to protect your engine.•Oil – check levels at least once every week.




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Keep your vehicle well maintained by carrying out the following checks.•Battery – ensure your battery is charging correctly and always ensure you switch off radios / lights and other electrical circuits when parking to minimise battery drain.•Coolant – ensure coolant levels are within the manufacturer’s recommended levels and add anti-freeze for winter driving in the right ratio to protect your engine.•Oil – check levels at least once every week.•Tyres – check tread levels to ensure you are not on or below recommended minimum depth as your vehicle will not have the necessary grip in wet, windy or icy conditions. In winter consider the need for snow tyres or snow chains subject to forecasts and conditions.



http://www.theaa.com/motoring_advice/seasonal/winter-advice-snow-chains.html


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Keep your vehicle well maintained by carrying out the following checks.•Battery – ensure your battery is charging correctly and always ensure you switch off radios / lights and other electrical circuits when parking to minimise battery drain.•Coolant – ensure coolant levels are within the manufacturer’s recommended levels and add anti-freeze for winter driving in the right ratio to protect your engine.•Oil – check levels at least once every week.•Tyres – check tread levels to ensure you are not on or below recommended minimum depth as your vehicle will not have the necessary grip in wet, windy or icy conditions. In winter consider the need for snow tyres or snow chains subject to forecasts and conditions.•Wipers and screen wash – check the wipers and washers are operating properly and that the screen wash concentrate is adequate for the conditions – cold or icy screens will freeze screen wash if not mixed with suitable anti-freeze solutions.



http://www.theaa.com/motoring_advice/seasonal/winter-advice-snow-chains.html


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•Don’t forget to check that your Vehicle Emergency Kit is stocked and any torch batteries are still charged.


http://www.rac.co.uk/advice/winter-driving/checklist


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•Don’t forget to check that your Vehicle Emergency Kit is stocked and any torch batteries are still charged.•Carry Road Hazard Signs and / or lights in case of breakdown or a need to stop in severe weather conditions, so you can be seen by other motorists.




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•Don’t forget to check that your Vehicle Emergency Kit is stocked and any torch batteries are still charged.•Carry Road Hazard Signs and / or lights in case of breakdown or a need to stop in severe weather conditions, so you can be seen by other motorists.•Carry a high visibility coat or surcoat in case you have to be out of the vehicle in poor visibility conditions – rain / fog / snow / night-time.




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Emergency Car Kit

Consider putting together an emergency kit for your car in case you are stranded.


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Suggested content for

your Emergency

Car Kit


A first aid kit.

Reflective warning sign

Non-perishable food (nuts, energy bars, tinned food & tin opener)

Basic toolkit (pliers, screwdriver, spanners)


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Suggested content for

your Emergency

Car Kit


A first aid kit.

Reflective warning sign

Non-perishable food (nuts, energy bars, tinned food & tin opener)



Foam tyre sealant

Jump start cables

Basic toolkit (pliers, screwdriver, spanners)


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Additional items for

your Emergency

Car Kit


Boots or wellington boots


Road atlas or satellite navigation

Blankets or sleeping bags


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Additional items for

your Emergency

Car Kit


Pet supplies

Warm Clothes

Boots or wellington boots


Road atlas or satellite navigation

Blankets or sleeping bags

Shovel

Ice scraper & de-icer


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Make an emergency kit for your car

If you’re driving in snow you may also want to consider the following items:


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Make an emergency kit for your car

If you’re driving in snow you may also want to consider the following items:

•Snow socks

•Chains


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Do you run a business? Then what can you do to be better prepared?


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Part 2: Preparedness Business -How to be better prepared

Have you assessed the risks from severe weather?


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Have you assessed the risks from severe weather?

Does your business operate in a floodplain?


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Make a business continuity plan,A business continuity plan, may contain the following information:•Staff contact list.


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Make a business continuity plan,A business continuity plan, may contain the following information:•Staff contact list.•List of staff who may need assistance in the event of severe weather.


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Make a business continuity plan,A business continuity plan, may contain the following information:•Staff contact list.•List of staff who may need assistance in the event of severe weather.•Service cut-off locations (electricity, gas and water).


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Make a business continuity plan,A business continuity plan, may contain the following information:•Staff contact list.•List of staff who may need assistance in the event of severe weather.•Service cut-off locations (electricity, gas and water).•Location of first aid kit.


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Make a business continuity plan,A business continuity plan, may contain the following information:•Staff contact list.•List of staff who may need assistance in the event of severe weather.•Service cut-off locations (electricity, gas and water).•Location of first aid kit.•Location of any stored flammable products, including chemicals.


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Make a business continuity plan,A business continuity plan, may contain the following information:•Staff contact list.•List of staff who may need assistance in the event of severe weather.•Service cut-off locations (electricity, gas and water).•Location of first aid kit.•Location of any stored flammable products, including chemicals.•Identify stock, equipment and possessions that may need special protective measures.


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Make a business continuity plan,A business continuity plan, may contain the following information:•Staff contact list.•List of staff who may need assistance in the event of severe weather.•Service cut-off locations (electricity, gas and water).•Location of first aid kit.•Location of any stored flammable products, including chemicals.•Identify stock, equipment and possessions that may need special protective measures.•Think about computers, tables/heavy furniture, vehicles, paper files, electrical items, chairs/stools, databases, soft furnishings, computer files, staff files.


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Make a business continuity plan,A business continuity plan, may contain the following information:•Staff contact list.•List of staff who may need assistance in the event of severe weather.•Service cut-off locations (electricity, gas and water).•Location of first aid kit.•Location of any stored flammable products, including chemicals.•Identify stock, equipment and possessions that may need special protective measures.•Think about computers, tables/heavy furniture, vehicles, paper files, electrical items, chairs/stools, databases, soft furnishings, computer files, staff files.•Identify any protective materials such as sand bags, boarding for doors and windows, plastic sheeting and plastic bags, pallets.


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Make a business continuity plan,A business continuity plan, may contain the following information:•Staff contact list.•List of staff who may need assistance in the event of severe weather.•Service cut-off locations (electricity, gas and water).•Location of first aid kit.•Location of any stored flammable products, including chemicals.•Identify stock, equipment and possessions that may need special protective measures.•Think about computers, tables/heavy furniture, vehicles, paper files, electrical items, chairs/stools, databases, soft furnishings, computer files, staff files.•Identify any protective materials such as sand bags, boarding for doors and windows, plastic sheeting and plastic bags, pallets.•Think about copying important documentation and storing it in a safe location, raise important items of equipment above ground level.


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Video: Have you assessed the risks from severe weather?


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For further advice on emergency preparedness please visit

•https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/preparing-for-emergencies/preparing-for-emergencies

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/preparing-for-emergencies/preparing-for-emergencies




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The importance of following the advice of the professionals


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Follow the advice of the professionals

Listen out for national and local advice and guidance. Look out for weather bulletins, traffic warnings, news alerts from Emergency Services about travel (road, rail, air and sea).


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Consider - do you really need to go out during a storm?


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Consider - do you really need to go out during a storm?

If advised to stay indoors, do so and if you are told to leave your house, then you need to do it, even though it may go against your instinct to stay within the security of your own home.

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