2009 Tier II Reports are due by March 1. Please click the LEPC box on the left for more info.
Warren County Judge Executive and the Mayor will be signing the Earthquake Proclamation on 2/9/2010 at 9:15 everyone is invited to attend.
February is Earthquake Month. We will be activating the sirens (COWS) on Feb 10th at 9:00 a.m.
BEFORE AN EARTHQUAKE:
Prepare an Emergency Supply Kit: store food, water and emergency supplies for at least five days. Be sure to include a flashlight, extra batteries, portable radio, tools, blankets, sturdy shoes and sanitary items.
- Check your home for potential hazards. Know where and how to shut off electricity, gas and water at main switches and valves. Is your water heater securely fastened to wall studs with straps or plumbers tape? Make sure all appliances are connected to their fuel source with flexible lines.
- Check your chimney and roof for loose tiles and bricks. Replace or repair.
- Secure tall/heavy furniture, such as china cabinets and bookcases, to wall studs. Secure hanging objects by closing the opening in the hook. Anchor pictures and mirrors to wall studs. Attach a wooden or metal guardrail on open shelves to keep items from slipping or falling off. Velcro fastenings may be used to secure items to their displays or work surfaces. Velcro may also be used to fasten small appliances to their surfaces. Consider removing heavy-framed pictures and mirrors from above beds, couches and chairs. Determine whether the full swing of your hanging plants and lamps will strike a window, and if they will, consider moving them.
- Identify poisons, toxic chemicals or solvents in breakable containers which are located in high or dangerous locations. Move these containers to a well-ventilated storage area.
- Do not store certain chemicals such as ammonia and chlorine together. These chemicals, when mixed, create deadly hazards. Check labels on containers for other hazardous combinations.
- Establish an Out of State Phone Contact. Disasters, such as earthquakes, have a good chance of occurring when your family is not together. Children may be at school, you at work or caught in commuter traffic. Take a few minutes with your family and develop a reunion plan. Choose a relative who lives at least 100 miles away, or better yet, in another state. Make sure every family member carries this number with them! This plan will help you and your family to get back together, or if that is not possible, to let each other know where you are and that you are all right.
DURING THE EARTHQUAKE:
- Stay calm, don’t panic and remember to Duck, Cover and Hold.
- If you are inside, stay inside and take cover under a sturdy desk, table or along an inside wall. Stay away from glass and heavy objects. NOTE: It is no longer considered safe to stand in a doorway as you can be injured by having fingers crushed in the door if you are not positioned properly.
- If you are outdoors, remain there. In earthquakes, most injuries occur as people are entering or leaving buildings. Move away from trees, buildings and utility wires. The greatest danger from falling debris is just outside doorways and close to outer walls. Once in the open, remain there until the shaking stops.
- If you are driving, pull over to the side of the road as quickly and safely as possible, avoiding bridges, over/under passes and utility poles. Remain in the vehicle. Set the parking brake and turn on the radio for emergency information. The car may shake violently, but it is a good place to stay until the quake stops. When you drive on, watch for hazards created by the earthquake. Limit vehicular traffic to essential travel until the initial disaster is over and keep roadways clear for emergency vehicle access.
- If in a high-rise building, get under a desk or heavy furniture. Do not run for exits since stairways may be broken or jammed with people. NEVER use elevators.
- If in a public place, such as a stadium or movie theater, remain calm and don’t panic! Don’t rush for the exits, duck and cover your head under the seats. Exit the building when the shaking stops.
Please visit the file library to obtain duck,cover, and hold, and how to secure the furniture forms.
ARE YOU READY!
The South Central Kentucky Red Cross chapter has put together a calendar for 21 weeks that you would need to add to the basic disaster kit.
You'll find attached a list of items you'll need to assemble your family's disaster kit. To start, assemble what you have and make sure you have enough food and water for a few days, then add a few items to your shopping list each week and at the end of 21 weeks you'll have your kit assembled.
Please check out the link below to obtain the 21 week calendar.
yourfirstdue.com/manager/data/1238430001/File/calendar_pdf.pdf
Winter Weather Safety Tips
Everyone is potentially at risk during winter storms. Most fatalities are indirectly related to the storm. People die from traffic accidents on icy roads, heart attacks while shoveling snow, and hypothermia from prolonged exposure to cold.
Be prepared for winter weather! Listen to NOAA weather radio or commercial radio/television to stay informed about winter storm watches, warnings and advisories.
At home and work, plan ahead for winter storms by having these in hand:
- Flashlight and extra batteries
- Battery-powered NOAA weather Radio
- Extra food and water - high energy food such as dried fruit, nuts and granola bars, and food requiring no cooking or refrigeration
- Can opener
- Extra medicine and baby supplies
- First aid kit
- Heating fuel
- Emergency heat source
- Fire extinguisher
- Smoke alarm
- Make sure pets have plenty of food, water, and shelter
If you are already indoors during hazardous winter weather:
- Stay inside!
- When using alternate heat from a fireplace, wood stove, space heater, etc., use fire safeguards and proper ventilation
- Close off unneeded rooms
- Stuff towels or rags in cracks under doors
- Cover windows at night
- Eat and drink - food provides the body with energy for producing its own heat
- Wear layers of loose-fitting, lightweight, warm clothing
The best advice for traveling during forecasted winter conditions is; “simply stay at home”. Only travel if necessary. However, if you must:
Before starting out in a vehicle:
- Plan your travel
- Check the weather
- Have road condition phone numbers handy
- Carry a Winter Storm Survival Kit
- Keep the gas tank near full to avoid ice in the tank and fuel lines
- Avoid traveling alone
- Let someone know your timetable and route
If you are stranded in your vehicle during hazardous winter weather:
- Stay with your vehicle
- Take turns sleeping
- Run the motor every hour for 10 minutes to keep warm
- Keep windows open a little to prevent carbon monoxide buildup
- Make sure the exhaust pipe is not blocked
- Tie a bright cloth to the antenna
- Exercise periodically by vigorously moving your arms, legs, toes and fingers
- Turn on the dome light while the engine is running to aid rescuers at night
- After the snow stops falling, raise the car hood to indicate you need help
A good automobile Winter Safety Kit includes: cell phone and charger, blankets, flashlight and extra batteries, first-aid kit, knife, high-calorie non-perishable food, bottled water, extra clothing to keep dry, large empty can to use as emergency toilet, tissues and paper towels, small can and waterproof matches to melt snow for drinking water, sack of sand or cat litter for traction, shovel, windshield scraper and brush, tool kit, tow rope, battery booster cables, water container, compass and road maps.
Dress for the storm if you must be outdoors during severe winter weather:
- Wear loose, lightweight, warm clothes in layers
- Remove layers to avoid perspiration and subsequent chill
- Outer garments should be tightly woven, water repellent, and hooded.
- Wear a hat --half your body heat loss can be from the head.
- Cover your mouth to protect your lungs from extreme cold.
- Mittens, snug at the wrist, are better than gloves.
- Try to stay dry
If you are caught outdoors during hazardous winter weather:
- DO NOT PANIC
- Find shelter
- Try to stay dry
- Cover all exposed body parts
- Build shelter: a lean-to, windbreak or snow cave for protection from the wind
- Build a fire for heat and to attract attention
- Place rocks around fire to absorb and reflect heat
- Melt snow for drinking water -- eating snow will lower your body temperature
- Avoid overexertion - especially when shoveling or freeing stuck vehicles
Being prepared for winter weather (just like all weather) starts at home:
"BE AWARE - BE PREPARED – MAKE A KIT”
H1N1
The H1N1 vaccine is now available please make your appointment today.
Barren River District Health Department are scheduling the H1N1 vaccine clinics for people that are in a priority group.
All clinics will be appointments only. The vaccine will be available at no cost to you.
H1N1 Priority Group includes:
· Health care and emergency medical services workers (including law enforcement and fire fighters)
· Pregnant women
· Children and young adults 6 months to 24 years old
· People who live with or care for children younger than 6 months old
· People 25 to 64 years old with chronic health problems
http://www.barrenriverhealth.org/
Prevention & Treatment
Stay Healthy
These steps may help prevent the spread of respiratory illnesses such as the
flu:
* Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or
sneeze-throw the tissue away immediately after you use it.
* Wash your hands often with soap and water, especially after you cough
or sneeze. If you are not near water, use an alcohol-based (60-95%) hand cleaner.
* Avoid close contact with people who are sick. When you are sick, keep
your distance from others to protect them from getting sick too.
* If you get the flu, stay home from work, school, and social
gatherings. In this way you will help prevent others from catching your illness.
* Try not to touch your eyes, nose, or mouth. Germs often spread this
way.
Stay Informed
* Knowing the facts is the best preparation. Identify sources you can
count on for reliable information. If a pandemic occurs, having accurate and reliable information will be critical.
* Reliable, accurate, and timely information is available at
* Another source for information on pandemic influenza is the Centers
for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Hotline at: 1-800-CDC-INFO (1-800-232-4636). This line is available in English and Spanish, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Warren County Emergency Management
429 1/2 East 10th Ave Suite B
Bowling Green, KY 42101
270-781-8776
Fax 270-780-9550
In October 2005, Warren County became Storm Ready.
We were the 8th county in central KY to be recognized as Storm Ready.
|
