Thinking About What To Do In A Local Emergency

 With the millions of victims on the east coast from hurricane Sandy being front page news now is a good time to consider what you need to do in the case of a natural disaster or even a local emergency.

Before you jump to the conclusion that living in Arizona make use immune from the natural disasters the folks living in Anthem suffered flooding and the folks living up north are affected by forest fires nearly every summer.

Severe weather is the normal cause for a natural disaster, but, other incidents can affect you personally and at least for that time the events unfolding around you can be just devastating as any headline making national event.

A severe fire or explosion at a neighboring home or business can put your property and personal safety at risk.

When does service need to discontinued to minimize further damage?  That will affect your gas, electrical service or water at your home.  It will help prevent further damage or at least reduce the risk of that.  A fire that burns out of control at a neighboring structure may require the fire department to shut off gas or electrical service to protect your dwelling.

What ever the cause your home can be out of basic services for hours or even days.  A severe storm or mechanical failure can leave you without electrical service.  You will be a much less affected if you are prepared with fresh batteries and flashlights.  If you have an alternative method of fixing meals, that will also help.  Of course in the high heat of an Arizona summer it may mean that you will have to relocate with your family or friends until the power is restored.

Having a supply of safe fresh water stored at your home can go along way to be prepared for any disruption of municipal services.

The government has a great website that covers information that will make your planning much easier. http://www.ready.gov/natural-disasters

Of course, today our thoughts and prayers are with the millions of folks that have been affected by Hurricane Sandy.

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