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Be Prepared 2019: Emergency Planning Brown Bag
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Be Prepared 2019: Emergency Planning Brown Bag
This is the LibGuide for the 2019 Emergency Team Brown Bag presentation.
Make a Plan
Make a Kit
Keep Informed
Disaster Resources
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Earthquakes
Ready.Gov: Earthquakes
The US Government website for earthquake preparedness
How to Prepare for an Earthquake
Information on what you should do before, during and after an earthquake, including what should go in your emergency bag and how to check your house for hazards.
FEMA Earthquake Safety Checklist
Comprehensive checklist of what to buy, sort or do before an earthquake. Highly recommended.
The Shakeout Scenario
The 2008 shakeout scenario report used by the state of California to roleplay the effects of a 7.8 earthquake in So Cal.
Fires
Ready.Gov: Home Fires
General information about fire safety.
How to Choose a Fire Extinguisher
Describes which fire extinguisher to purchase for your house (Type ABC) and what size is appropriate.
How to use a Fire Extinguisher
Describes P.A.S.S. Pull, Aim, Squeeze and Sweep.
Free smoke alarm installation
You can get smoke alarms installed for free. Be sure to check and replace batteries in your alarms once a year.
Severe Storms/Floods
FEMA Flood Map
Check your home address with the FEMA flood map to determine your risk of flood.
Ready.Gov: Severe Weather
Ready.gov page for storms and floods.
MISC
My Safe California
Covers earthquakes, fires and floods from the Los Angeles Fire department.
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