Robin Dexter

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Preparedness Tip #30

robindexter | May 20, 2010

Preparedness Tip #30

Unlike an explosion, a biological attack may or may not be immediately obvious. Most likely local health care workers will report a pattern of unusual illness or a wave of sick people seeking medical attention. The best source of information will be radio or television reports.

Understand that some biological agents, such as anthrax, [...]

Preparedness Tip #29

robindexter | May 19, 2010

Preparedness Tip #29
If there is an explosion:

Take shelter against your desk or a sturdy table.
Exit the building immediately.
Do not use elevators.
Check for fire and other hazards.
Take your emergency supply kit if time allows.
If there is a fire:
Exit the building immediately.
If there is smoke, crawl under the smoke to the nearest exit and use a cloth, [...]

Preparedness Tip #28

robindexter | May 18, 2010

Preparedness Tip #28

When there is concern about a potential exposure to a chemical or other airborne hazard, local officials may advise you to “shelter-in-place “ and “seal the room.” This is different from taking shelter on the lowest level of your home in case of a natural disaster like a tornado. If you believe the [...]

Preparedness Tip #27

robindexter | May 17, 2010

Preparedness Tip #27

Floods are among the most frequent and costly natural disasters in terms of human hardship and economic loss. As much as 90 percent of the damage related to all natural disasters (excluding draught) is caused by floods and associated debris flow. Most communities in the United States can experience some kind of flooding. [...]

Preparedness Tip #26

robindexter | May 16, 2010

Preparedness Tip #26
Learn if earthquakes are a risk in your area by contacting your local
emergency management office, local American Red Cross chapter, or state
geological survey or department of natural resources. Information about
earthquake risk is also available from the U.S. Geological Survey National Seismic Hazards project.

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