how to survive a 72 hour disaster
DESCRIPTION
This is the presentation of Mrs. Corzaon del Mundo, representative of Sec. Neric Acosta, Presidential Adviser for Environmental Protection.TRANSCRIPT
HOW TO SURVIVE A 72 HOUR DISASTER
COMMUNITY PREPAREDNESS:
Prepare a list of needed tools and equipments;
Are there portable generators in the community?
Identify evacuation centers and routes on how to go there;
Inform community members of this locations and routes
COMMUNITY PREPAREDNESS:Work with neighbors; strengthen
the bonds; (help may be delayed) Identify community threats,
hazards and problems you may face;
Ensure that everyone has a survival kit;
Have an early warning system;
COMMUNITY PREPAREDNESS:Prepare a list of persons who may
need assistance (children, elderly, persons with disabilities);
Provide training for community members: CPR., first aid, disaster preparedness, skills training, etc;
COMMUNITY PREPAREDNESS:Make a checklist of community
members and their skills;
Clear drainage canals; repair dykes, dredge rivers;
If you live near dams, make sure you will be informed of scheduled releases;
PREPARE A FAMILY DISASTER PLAN
1. Secure the stability of your home. Can your roof withstand 150kph winds? Do you have a 2nd floor?
2. Have a survival kit at home, in school and at work;
3. Decide where your family will reunite if separated; at least 2 locations in case you need to evacuate;
4. Provide each member of the family with emergency phone numbers: PNP, coastguard, Red Cross, LDRRMO, any LGU official;
PREPARE A FAMILY DISASTER PLAN..
4. Pick a relative or friend in Manila or elsewhere, to whom you can report of your condition in case of disasters;
5. Know the safe spots in each room in the house;
6. Identify the danger spots, hanging objects, mirrors, windows, etc;
7. Conduct practice drills; place yourself in the safe areas and explain to your children why it is safest;
PREPARE A FAMILY DISASTER PLAN… Learn how to turn off gas, water and
electricity in case lines are damaged; Educate each member of the family of
the risks and how to survive in case of emergencies;
Attend trainings through the fire department, the Public safety office , the Red Cross for first aid, CPR and disaster preparedness from the Local Disaster Risk Reduction Management office;
SURVIVAL KIT Drinking Water- at least 1 gallon per
person; Instant foods- ready to open canned
goods, high liquid contents supplements, dried fruits, nuts, biscuits, cookies and sweets (cup noodles); baby food;
First aid kits- aside from the usual contents, provide for special maintenance medicines such as diabetes, hypertension, etc;
Flashlights, emergency lights, candles, batteries;
Battery powered transistor radios;
SURVIVAL KIT One set of clothing per person per day; Emergency blanket to prevent hypothermia; Storage bags, bucket or pail (for eater
collection); Cell phones, chargers, spare batteries; Toys & games to keep your sanity intact; Flash drives with all your important files; Beddings & Mosquito Nets; Vehicle with full tank; Flotation device;
SURVIVAL KIT Heavy duty trash bags that can be used as
ponchos; Whistles; Swiss army knife Cooking and eating utensils Duct tape; Strong cords; Inflatable life raft ( if available); Fire starter (lighter); Toiletries especially for women and children
(sanitary napkins and diapers) Umbrella
SURVIVAL KIT Medical records; Important documents
such as titles, passports, insurance policies;
Disaster and emergency preparedness guide;
Firearms (if you licensed) Cash; Tent (if available) Handkerchief or bandanna; (it can be
used as ahead covering, a bandage, a washcloth, potholder, dust mask, a tourniquet, a signal device, etc;
safety pins;
An ounce of prevention is better than a pound of Cure.
GOD BLESS AND BE SAFE
Corazon Z. del Mundo, MNSA0918-800-3373