Preparing for Other Disasters

Fire 

• Stay close to the floor, and move quickly to the nearest exit. Smoke makes it hard to see, and most fire deaths are caused by smoke inhalation. 
• Leave behind personal items. Seconds can make the difference between life and death
• For more information please visit the Home Fire Safety Resource page

Earthquake

• Get under sturdy furniture or next to an inside wall. 
• Expect aftershocks, and get outside and away from buildings as soon as you can. 
• Trained rescuers may not arrive for hours so try to rescue others if you can.

Tornado

• Go to a storm shelter right away.

Flood

• Stay out of flooded buildings. 
• Avoid wading in or driving through water. Floodwater can contain sewage and conceal dangers, including debris, open manholes, and downed power lines.
• For information about flood insurance, visit the National Flood Insurance Program website

Other Considerations

• Drought
• Extreme Heat
• Severe Thunderstorms
• Wildfires