Community Emergency Response Team
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Q: I need to advise Rainberry Bay that I have placed an
emergency key with the office or with a local resident. How
can I do that?
Q: I need to change or enter my emergency contacts for
the Rainberry database. I know that if I have no family, I
can enter the name of my friends anywhere in the country.
Q: I live alone and want to have someone that will check
on me periodically. I don't know anyone who can do this
with me - can you help me?
Q: I need to know what I should do in case of a hurricane.
Q: How do I notify the community that I have a generator
which I plan to use during a hurricane?
emergency key with the office or with a local resident. How
can I do that?
- A: The form can be accessed here to provide the
address and name of the neighbor to whom you
have given your key. Simply click here, wait a minute
and the form will appear. Print it, fill it out and please
take it to the office so the confidential database can
be updated.
Q: I need to change or enter my emergency contacts for
the Rainberry database. I know that if I have no family, I
can enter the name of my friends anywhere in the country.
- A: The Emergency Contact form can be accessed
here so you can provide the name, the address and
the last known telephone number of people I want to
be notified in case of an emergency or in case
something happens to me. Simply click here, wait a
minute and the form will appear. Print it, fill it out and
please take it to the office so the confidential
database can be updated.
Q: I live alone and want to have someone that will check
on me periodically. I don't know anyone who can do this
with me - can you help me?
- A: Please contact Lois Wiesler, 278-3559, and she
will arrange a "buddy" for you. We want to make
certain that all of our residents have someone to
make sure they are all right. Simple phone calls daily
help, as well as personal visits when possible. A
neighborhood buddy system works best but we
need to know who is alone.
Q: I need to know what I should do in case of a hurricane.
A: Check out the Hurricane Preparedness checklist
for important information.
Q: How do I notify the community that I have a generator
which I plan to use during a hurricane?
A: Click here to fill out the Generator Form and
return it to the office.
| For detailed information on hurricane preparation from the state and the county, please CLICK HERE |
HURRICANE PREPAREDNESS
WATCH vs. WARNING - KNOW THE DIFFERENCE
* A HURRICANE WATCH issued for your part of the coast
indicates the possibility that you could experience
hurricane conditions within 36 hours. This watch should
trigger your family's disaster plan, and protective
measures should be initiated, especially those actions
that require extra time such as securing a boat, leaving a
barrier island, etc.
* A HURRICANE WARNING issued for your part of the
coast indicates that sustained winds of at least 74 mph
are expected within 24 hours or less. Once this warning
has been issued, your family should be in the process of
completing protective actions and deciding the safest
location to be during the storm.
Have A Plan:
WATCH vs. WARNING - KNOW THE DIFFERENCE
* A HURRICANE WATCH issued for your part of the coast
indicates the possibility that you could experience
hurricane conditions within 36 hours. This watch should
trigger your family's disaster plan, and protective
measures should be initiated, especially those actions
that require extra time such as securing a boat, leaving a
barrier island, etc.
* A HURRICANE WARNING issued for your part of the
coast indicates that sustained winds of at least 74 mph
are expected within 24 hours or less. Once this warning
has been issued, your family should be in the process of
completing protective actions and deciding the safest
location to be during the storm.
Have A Plan:
- Discuss the type of hazards that could affect your
family. Know your home's vulnerability to storm
surge, flooding and wind. - Locate a safe room or the safest areas in your
home for each hurricane hazard. In certain
circumstances the safest areas may not be your
home but within your community. - Determine escape routes from your home and
places to meet. These should be measured in
tens of miles rather than hundreds of miles. - Have an out-of-state friend as a family contact, so
all your family members have a single point of
contact. - Make a plan now for what to do with your pets if
you need to evacuate. - Post emergency telephone numbers by your
phones and make sure your children know how
and when to call 911. - Check your insurance coverage - flood damage is
not usually covered by homeowners insurance. - Stock up on non-perishable emergency supplies.
- Use a NOAA weather radio. Remember to
replace its battery every 6 months, as you do with
your smoke detectors. - Take CERT, First Aid, CPR and/or disaster
preparedness classes.
- Water - at least 1 gallon daily per person for 3 to 7
days - Food - at least enough for 3 to 7 days: non-
perishable packaged or canned food/juices, food
for infants or the elderly, snack foods, non-electric
can opener, cooking tools/fuel, paper
plates/plastic utensils. - Blankets / Pillows, etc.
- Clothing - seasonal / rain gear/ sturdy shoes
- First Aid Kit / Medicines / Prescription Drugs
- Special Items - for babies and the elderly
- Toiletries / Hygiene items / Moisture wipes
- Flashlight / Batteries
- Radio - Battery operated and NOAA weather radio
- Battery operated fan
- Cash - Banks and ATMs may not be open or
available for extended periods. - Keys
- Toys, Books and Games
- Important documents - in a waterproof container:
insurance, medical records, bank account
numbers, Social Security card, etc. - Tools - keep a set with you during the storm
- Vehicle fuel tanks filled
- Propane tank filled
- Gas for chain saw or generator
- Cell phones charged
- Pet care items: proper identification /
immunization records / medications, ample
supply of food and water, a carrier or cage,
muzzle and leash
| NEW CERT CLASSES This course consists of 24 hours of training, one night a week for eight weeks. Classes are taught by trained emergency personnel, including fire-fighters and paramedics. REFRESHER CLASSES: CERT members should attend at least one refresher class per year to remain active. Each refresher class is held at Fire Station #1 (6:00 PM 9:00 PM) Tuesday October 11 Refresher Tuesday December 13 Refresher Rainberry residents: If you have questions or need more information Call: Stan Wasserstein or Mickey Bressler |