If You Expect To Be Evacuated

Do not assume an evacuation will last only a few hours. Plan to evacuate with enough items to keep your family comfortable for at least five days.

If an emergency is imminent, keep phone lines open for use by emergency workers. Monitor local radio broadcasts for emergency instructions and current information.

Assemble the food and supplies you plan to take with you. Refer to lists of family medications, records, and irreplaceable items.

Keep your car fuelled.

Turn off main water and electrical switches before leaving home.

Follow local government instructions. If you are asked to evacuate, do so promptly. Travel only on routes recommended by your local government.

An emergency reception centre may be set up to provide food and shelter to people affected by an emergency. If you are going somewhere other than the reception centre, advise the centre, local government, or police of your whereabouts.