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Section:
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Preparedness Tips
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ATTENTION LISTENERS: This is how YOU can help with
disaster relief from Hurricane Charley in Central through
south West Florida.
Power Outages
To report a Power Outage;
1-800-468-8243 for FPL
report a FPL Power Outage online
1-800-282-3824 for Peace River Electric
or check out www.preco.org
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Volunteer
www.centralfl-redcross.org/volunteer.php
Donate Blood
To learn more about blood donation opportunities, visit the
American Red Cross blood donation web site at
www.givelife.org or call 1-800-GIVE-LIFE (1-800-448-3543).
Donations
The fastest way to help those affected by Hurricane Frances
is making a donation to the American Red Cross.
Funds from the National Disaster Relief Fund are at work right
now as we speak,
and your donation will help replenish that funding that is
provided to victims of Hurricane Frances as well as any
National Disaster that occurs in the United States.
The American Red Cross helps people in need … free of charge …
every single day! Your contribution means a great deal to the
organization, but even more to the families who rely on the
Red Cross to help them through some of the most difficult
times of their lives.
Make
a Donation online
You can also drop off your donation in person to the
American Red Cross location near you;
Fort Pierce Service Center
2211 South 25th Street
Fort Pierce, FL 34947
(772) 461-3950
fax (772) 461-0795
Vero Beach Service Center
2506 17th Avenue
Vero Beach, FL 32960
(772) 562-2549
fax (772) 778-5500
Sebastian Service Center
1627 US Highway 1, Suite 3A
Sebastian, FL 32958
(772) 388-9070
fax (772) 388-5651
Other ways to Help through the American Red Cross
call 1-800-HELP-NOW
Information
Get information on storm victims and relief efforts through
the American Red Cross
1-866-GET-INFO
PHONE
NUMBERS:
AMERICAN RED CROSS
1-866-GET-INFO
(1-866-438-4636).
OTHER IMPORTANT NUMBERS
Federal Emergency Management Agency: (800) 621-FEMA or (800)
462-7585 (TTY)
To file price-gouging complaints, call (800) HELP-FLA or (800)
646-0444
UTILITIES
Florida Power & Light (FPL): (800) 226-3545
TROPICAL
STORM / HURRICANE PREPAREDNESS TIPS
Essentials:
· Battery-operated radio
· Flashlight
· Extra batteries
· Do not include candles, which cause more fires after a disaster than
anything else
Water:
· 3 gallons/person, minimum, in a food-grade, plastic container
· Additional water for sanitation
Food: Minimum 3-day supply of non-perishable food that requires no refrigeration
or preparation and little or no water.
· Dry cereal
· Peanut butter
· Canned fruits
· Canned vegetables
· Canned juice
· Ready-to-eat canned meats
· Ready-to-eat soups (not concentrated)
· Quick energy snacks, grahamcrackers
First Aid Kit: (one for your home and one for each car)
· Scissors
· Sun screen
· Thermometer
· Tweezers
· Needle
· Cleansing agent/soap
· Latex gloves (2 pairs)
· Tongue blades (2)
· Moistened towelettes
· Assorted sizes of safety pins
· 2" sterile gauze pads (4-6)
· 4" sterile gauze pads (4-6)
· 2" sterile roller bandages (3 rolls)
· 3" sterile roller bandages (3 rolls)
· Triangular bandages (3)
· Tube of petroleum jelly or other lubricant
· Sterile adhesive bandages in assorted sizes
Non-Prescription Drugs:
· Laxative
· Anti-diarrhea medication
· Aspirin or non-aspirin pain reliever
· Antacid (for stomach upset)
· Activated Charcoal (use if advised by the Poison Control Center)
· Syrup of Ipecac (use to induce vomiting if advised by the Poison Control Center)
Tools and Supplies:
· Whistle
· Aluminum foil
· Crowbar
· Compass
· Paper, pencil
· Plastic sheeting
· Medicine dropper
· Needles, thread
· Signal flare
· Matches in a waterproof container
· Assorted nails, wood screws
· Pliers, screwdriver, hammer
· Plastic storage containers
· Heavy cotton or hemp rope
· Cash or traveler's checks, change
· Map of the area (for locating shelters)
· Non-electric can opener, utility knife
· Mess kits, or paper cups, plates and plastic utensils
· Tape, duct and plumber's tape or strap iron
· Patch kit and can of seal-in-air for tires
· Shut-off wrench, to turn off household gas and water
Sanitation:
· Disinfectant
· Household chlorine bleach
· Soap, liquid detergent
· Personal hygiene items
· Feminine supplies
· Plastic bucket with tight lid
· Toilet paper, towelettes, paper towels
· Plastic garbage bags, ties (for personal sanitation uses)
Clothing and Bedding:
· Sunglasses
· Rain gear
· Hat and gloves
· Sturdy shoes or work boots
· Blankets or sleeping bags
· Thermal underwear
· One complete change of clothing and footwear per person
For Baby:
· Formula
· Diapers
· Bottles
· Medication
· Powdered milk
For Pets:
· Food
· Leash, harness or carrier
· Records of vaccinations
· Non-tippable food and water containers
Important Family Documents:
· Important telephone numbers
· Record of bank account numbers
· Family records (birth, marriage, death certificates)
· Inventory of valuable household goods
· Copy of will, insurance policies, contracts, deeds, stocks and bonds
· Record of credit card account numbers and companies
· Copy of passports, social security cards, immunization records
Family Medical Needs:
· Insulin
· Prescription drugs
· Denture needs
· Extra eye glasses
· Contact lenses and supplies
· Heart and high blood pressure medication
Entertainment:
· Games and books
Content was contributed by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
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