Emergency Information

The following information has been provided by the Montgomery County Department of Public Safety.

In response to national new media broadcasts this date, the Department of Public Safety is issuing this fact sheet for use in providing consistent information to the public.  This information is as of February 11, 2003.

Prior to the event:

1.   Prepare a family disaster kit.  This should include cash, water and food for at least 72 hours.  Water quantity stored should be one (1) gallon/person/day.  Also include personal items, medicines and flashlights.

2.   Plan a family point of contact, including phone numbers and a meeting place.

3.    Make sure you have a working battery operated radio.  Monitor KYW for up to date information.

4.   This preparation is essentially the same as all households should do prior to severe weather situations.

If a major event / attack occurs

1.   Immediately go inside.

2.    Close and lock doors and windows.

3.   Turn off HVAC and appliances.

4.   Go to a small interior room.

5.   Seal off openings, doors, windows, fireplace, etc. with plastic and duct tape.  Use wet towels at the bottom of doors.

6.   Monitor KYW Radio 1060 for instructions

Notes:

1.   There are no longer "fallout shelters".  The current plan is for "sheltering in a place".

2.   In the event that the Governor orders areas to be evacuated, the American Red Cross will open shelters for those who need a place to stay.  This information will be provided via KYW.

3.   For additional information, see the Montgomery County Public Safety web site at www.montcopa.org or contact the Office of Emergency Preparedness at 610-631-6530.

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