Disaster Preparedness Checklist for Typhoon

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What to Do When a Typhoon Occurs

• Listen to the radio for information.

• Unplug appliances if you can.

• Evacuate when told to do so by your evacuation officer/warden or local, regional, or national authorities.

• Bring your disaster preparedness kit with you as you evacuate to a safer area.

• Do not use elevators.

• If there is flooding or a flood warning, evacuate to a higher area.

• If you are unable to evacuate and there is no flooding or flood warning, go to the lowest possible interior room that does not have windows or glass doors.

• If you are unable to evacuate and there is flooding or a flood warning, use the stairs to go to a higher level and stay in an interior room that does not have windows or glass doors.

How to Prepare for a Typhoon

• Learn the following about your location: -elevation level -if land is flood-prone -levees and dams nearby

• Be familiar with alert levels used in your area. For example, in the US, a hurricane WATCH means: -Hurricane conditions (sustained winds 74 mph) are possible. -You have 48 hours to prepare before experiencing strong winds (39 mph and above). -Wait for updates from local authorities and prepare to evacuate. While a hurricane WARNING means: -Hurricane conditions are expected. -You have 36 hours to prepare before the hurricane occurs. -If possible, evacuate or take shelter immediately.

• Develop an emergency evacuation plan.

• Install a generator for power outages.

• Cover all windows with storm shutters.

• Bring in anything that can be picked up from the wind (i.e., from the balcony, lawn, or backyard, etc.)

• Learn how to turn off the electrical power in case of flooding.

Typhoon Preparedness Kit

• Water: If kit is for one person - 1L/1000ml water bottles x 2 minimum If kit is for more than one person - 5 gallons of water minimum

• Non-perishable food and snacks (good for at least 3 days) Examples: canned or dehydrated food, dried cereals and fruits, nuts, crackers, jerky

• Can opener if non-perishable food includes canned goods

• Battery-powered radio with extra batteries

• Flashlight/s with extra batteries

• Rain cover/s or poncho/s

• If location has a cold climate: -Mittens/gloves -Earmuffs -Scarves

• Space blanket/s

• Whistle/s

• First aid kit

• Antibacterial wipes

• Common and personal medications

• Portable wrench, pliers, and screwdriver

• Laminated and updated map of the area

• Identification card/s (who to contact, blood type, etc.)