Evacuation Guidelines

Secure Your Home:

• Close and lock doors and windows.
• Unplug electrical equipment, such as radios and televisions, and small appliances.
• Leave freezers and refrigerators plugged in unless there is a risk of flooding.
• Gather your family and go if you are instructed to evacuate immediately.
• Let others know where you are going.
• Leave early enough to avoid being trapped by severe weather.
• Follow recommended evacuation routes. Do not take shortcuts; they may be blocked.
• Be alert for washed-out roads and bridges.
• Do not drive into flooded areas.
• Stay away from downed power lines

Work & School:

In addition to finding out about your community’s plan, it is important that you know what plans are in place for your workplace and your children’s school or day care center.

• Ask your employer about workplace policies regarding disasters and emergencies, including understanding how you will be provided emergency and warning information.
• Contact your children’s school or day care center to discuss their disaster procedures.