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City News
Tuesday, October 4, 2016
City Advises Residents to Prepare Ahead for Hurricane Matthew
While much uncertainty remains in the forecast track of Hurricane Matthew, the city of Richmond encourages residents to take precautions now in preparation for any impact from this hurricane.
Residents should prepare to be self-sustaining by having food that doesn’t need refrigeration and one gallon of water per person per day. Make an emergency supply kit to include essential supplies that will last at least three days. Supply kits should include a battery-powered radio and extra batteries, non-perishable food and water, toiletries, flashlights, a first aid kit and medications. Also, include items needed for infants, seniors, and pets. You may want to keep a second kit in your car in case storm conditions cause an evacuation.
In preparation for the storm, residents are also encouraged to bring in or secure any objects that may be blown about by high winds, including plants, patio furniture, garden décor, etc.
In the event of a power outage, do not connect a generator directly to your home’s wiring. Connecting a portable electric generator directly to your household wiring can be deadly to you and others. A generator that is directly connected to your home’s wiring may ‘back feed’ onto the power lines connected to your home.
In the event you must leave your home, create a family communications plan by discussing with your family what actions should be taken during an actual emergency. Decide in advance on a meeting place if your family cannot return home. Designate an out-of-town friend or relative as a point-of-contact, and plan for the specific needs of your household, such as transportation of medical equipment or pet evacuation needs.
Businesses also have a critical role in emergency preparedness. Putting a disaster plan in motion now will improve the likelihood that your business or company will survive and recover. Visit www.ready.gov/business for more information.
Residents are strongly advised to stay tuned to local TV and radio stations for the most current storm information.
For up-to-date information and additional instructions from the city of Richmond during the storm, please visit www.Richmondgov.com, follow the City on Twitter @CityRichmondVA, and stay tuned to local radio and television stations.
Posted by Office of the Press Secretary to the Mayor at 4:58 PM
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