ARE YOU PREPARED? - City of Beaumont

EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

ARE YOU PREPARED?

Dear Citizens of Beaumont,

Any emergency or disaster can cause major property damage and loss of life. A lack of preparedness is a common thread amongst these events.

The Beaumont Office of Emergency Management promotes awareness and readiness in the event of an emergency or disaster. The information in this brochure will provide guidance to ensure all Beaumont residents are prepared for these eventualities.

Preparedness is key to protecting your family and property. Please don’t have a false sense of security, believing that “It won’t happen to me.” Don’t be a casualty of the next disaster that threatens the commuity.

By knowing your vulnerabilities and actions you should take, you can reduce the effects of a disaster, including a severe weather event.

Make your plans now. By doing so you will ensure that you and your family will survive any disaster or emergency that may threaten our area.

Sincerely,

Emergency Management

This booklet contains vital information to assist you through an incliment weather event. It is strongly recommended that you keep this guide readily available throughout the hurricane season.

ARE YOU PREPARED?We’re here to help!

3BEAUMONT, TEXAS DISASTER PREPAREDNESS

OTHER INFORMATION

Regional Communication Information.…………..….14Family Disaster Check List………….……………………15Important Information....…..…………….........……16-17Notes.......................…..……………..............……18Go Kit Information..........................Back Inside Cover

IF YOU HAVE YOUR OWN TRANSPORTATION

Evacuation Plans…………………….…………………….….7Evacuation Map....…………………….………………………8Public Shelters…………………..…………………………….9

GETTING PREPARED

Home & Vehicle Preparedness................………….…10Safety Tips & Returning Home...………….…..……….11Evacuating Livestock………….……...………......…….…12How Can I Help?..................…..……………............……13

City of Beaumont Disaster Preparedness Guide

Evacuation Assistance..…...….....………...……………...4Evacuation Sites in Beaumont……................……......5Public Shelters & Pet Evacuations..…...……………...6

IF YOU NEED A RIDE OUT OF TOWN


Phone notifications are one of the best tools we have to keep citizens informed and safe during an emergency. STAN, the Southeast Texas

Alerting Network, is a messaging and notification system that helps industrial companies and emergency management officials keep the communities of Southeast Texas informed about emergencies and other important events in the area. You can call 1-877-THE-STAN (1-877-843-7826) at any time to listen to important messages. You can register to receive notifications by going online to thestan.com and following the instructions to set up notifications. You can also list land line phone numbers and email addresses.

Hurricane Season is June 1st – November 30th. PLAN TODAY!

Need assistance or to report a problem that isn’t an emergency?

You can dial 311 (or 409-980-8311) or go to

beaumonttexas.gov/311-services/ to submit requests for issues that

don’t require emergency assistance within the city of Beaumont. Just

click on Submit a request and follow the prompts to file a report. You can also find other important phone numbers, such as reporting

an outage to Entergy or City Water Customer Service.


EVACUATION ASSISTANCEEVACUATION ASSISTANCEDIAL 211 TO REGISTER

Do you or someone you know need additional assistance during times of disaster? 211Texas is your link to thousands of community services within Texas, including STEAR. Residents with functional needs (such as those who are disabled or medically fragile), and may require additional assistance beyond the capabilities of friends or family, should register with the State of Texas Emergency Assistance Registry (STEAR). STEAR is a free registry that provides Beaumont’s emergency planners and first responders with vital information for the functional and disability needs in the community.

Dial 211 (or 877-541-7905) from any phone in Texas or go online to stear.tdem.texas.gov and follow the prompts to complete your registration. Registration is completely voluntary and the information you provide will be kept confidential. Your registration will need to be updated yearly.

Registering with STEAR does not guarantee you will receive a specific service during an emergency or disaster. The information you provide will aid emergency planners in determining the transportation needs should an evacuation order be declared locally. The City of Beaumont will publicize information across multiple forms of media for citizens needing transportation assistance.

For more information or to search for other services throughout the community, you can call 211 or go online to 211texas.org.

For those that are hearing

impaired and have TTYs ,

you may dial 211 directly or use

Relay Texas (711 or 1-800-735-2988) to contact 211.


You must bring your driver’s license or state issued ID. Medication for at least 14 days. Toiletries, snacks and at least 5 days worth of clothing. No more than two pieces of luggage and one carry-on bag per person. Household pets (cat/dog) in a sturdy plastic or metal transport device along with a

leash, food, medicines. (no reptiles or aggressive animals allowed).

HURRICANE ASSEMBLY & EVACUATION SITES

ASSEMBLY SITES

EVACUATION SITES

WHAT SHOULD I BRING WITH ME?

Assembly sites are neighborhood based for easy access. Citizens will be bused to an evacuation site.

West Brook High School is for general citizen evacuations. The Civic Center is for medical evacuation needs only.Citizens that need transportation during an evacuation should go to an assembly site. The city transit bus system will continue to operate during an evacuation notice. If you are not able to get to an assembly site, go to the nearest bus route and flag down a transit bus. Even if you are not at a designated bus stop, they will pick you up.

1. Beaumont United HS 3443 Fannett Rd., 77705

2. Charlton-Pollard Elem. 1695 Irving St., 77701

3. Guess Elem. 8055 Old Voth Rd., 77708

4. Jones-Clark Elem. 3525 Cleveland St., 77703

5. Lucas Pre-K Center 1750 E. Lucas Dr., 77703

6. M.L. King Middle School 1400 Avenue A, 77701

8. Martin Elem. 3500 Pine St., 77703

7. Magnolia Park Pavillion 2855 Magnolia St., 77703Corner of Linson and Weiss

9. Pietzch-MacArthur Elem. 4301 Highland Ave., 77705

10. Smith Middle School 4415 Concord Rd., 77703

11. West Brook HS 8750 Phelan Blvd., 77706



If you are a registered sex offender and you evacuate from Beaumont to another city, the protocol is as follows:

Report to the local Police Department and advise them of the location where you are staying.

Call the Beaumont Police Department at 409-880-3854 and leave a voice message with your name and location of where you will be staying.

If you are going to be away for more than 7 days, you are required to update your sex offender registration with the law enforcement agency where you are staying.

If you return to Beaumont after that time, then you are required to update your sex offender registration with the Beaumont Police Department again.


Alcoholic beverages, weapons*, and illegal drugs are not allowed in public shelters. Everyone is subject to a search. If a violation of the law or shelter rules is committed, you will be barred from the shelter.

*Firearms may or may not be permitted. See Texas Penal Code Section 46 for more information.

WHAT IS NOT ALLOWED IN A PUBLIC SHELTER

PROTOCOL FOR OFFENDERS DURING EVACUATION

If you are utilizing government facilitated transportation at an evacuation or assembly site, there are several rules that must be followed. These rules are imposed to ensure the safety of everyone and will be enforced without exception. Site Managers have final say over all pet transports. No reptiles or farm animals It is recommended for persons to bring a sturdy plastic or metal carrier/crate along with a leash and a collar/harness to transport their pet. Animals must remain secured while in transport at ALL TIMES on the bus. All animals must have current shot record(s). Animal owners are responsible for supplying a small amount of food and water for their animals while in transit. Please understand that we are not liable for any losses or injuries your pet may sustain while being evacuated.

PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION & PET EVACUATION

As a general rule, pets will be transported in the same convoy as their owner. However, if the situation dicates, they may be transported in a separate vehicle.

WILL MY PET RIDE WITH ME?



WHEN EVACUATING YOU SHOULD:

IF YOU THINK YOU NEED TO EVACUATE, LEAVE AS EARLY AS POSSIBLE.

EVACUATION PLANS

SHOULD I EVACUATE? WHERE SHOULD I GO?

Evacuation orders will come from the local officials and will

be coordinated regionally. Please be prepared to leave immediately.

When possible, voluntary evacuation orders will be enacted

to give extra notice about potential hazard conditions.

If you choose to stay, remember there are no shelters in Beaumont. Services may be limited or unavailable (sewer,

water, electricity, etc.). Hospitals will close and emergency services (Police, Fire/EMS) will be delayed in responding.

Recovery operations, such as debris removal and power line repair, may be slow or unavailable immediately after the storm passes.

It is against the law to remain if a mandatory evacuation order has been given. You may be subject to civil penalties and reimbursement costs if a rescue is required.

• Don’t let your fuel tank drop below half full during hurricane season. Fill tanks upon notification of a storm hitting the Gulf or upon notification by your Emergency Management Officials. • Motorists should fill their tanks before evacuating.• TDEM has worked with the private sector to assure maximum possible fuel availability during an evacuation, this includes along the evacuation routes.

• TxDot courtesy vehicles may be patrolling major evacuation routes for stranded motorists.

Local officials will make mandatory evacuation decisions. State law provides criminal and

civil penalties for disregarding those orders. Hurricanes are extremely

unpredictable and can become much more dangerous in a matter of hours,

making waiting unsafe. PLAN TO LEAVE EARLY OR WHEN VOLUNTARY

EVACUATIONS ARE CALLED.

During voluntary evacuation orders, you can travel in any direction you choose. Once

mandatory evacuation begins, travel will be restricted to

designated northbound routes only. If you do not have hotel

reservations or someone you can stay with, you will likely have to travel further north and try

major hotel/motel chains.

HOW DO I KNOW WHEN TO EVACUATE?

WHAT ROUTE SHOULD I TAKE?

I DON’T WANT TO EVACUATE!

• All persons traveling together should coordinate their departure.• Notify an out-of-area person(s) of your evacuation plans.

• Double check your evacuation routes before you leave.• Secure your home and utilities.

• Make arrangements for your pets.• Pack your vehicle disaster supply kit.

• If you have a cell phone, bring your charger. ° If traveling in two or more vehicles, it is a

good idea to have a walkie-talkie system to communicate as cell service is not dependable during an evacuation.

Once a mandatory evacuation is in place, the

State of Texas has designated evacuation routes: Hwy 69N/96.

If you choose to take an alternate route, essential services,

such as fuel and food, are not guaranteed and traffic may be redirected during travel. Map

evacuation routes carefully and have more than one planned. Contraflow lanes, if

implemented, have priority over all other routes.

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MANDATORY EVACUATIONS WILL BE COORDINATED REGIONALLY. BE PREPARED TO LEAVE IMMEDIATELY

WHEN YOUR CITY IS CALLED.


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2021 Inland Evacuation MapBeaumont District

Texas Department Of Public Safety

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Plot Date - April 2021Map Projection and Datum:

Texas State Mapping System (TSMS), NAD 83Created by Sue Tidwell

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EVACULANES: The use of shoulders and/or center turn lanes in addition to

the normal mainlane(s) to create additional outbound evacuation lanes

to be used during emergencies.

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INLAND EVACUATION MAPBEAUMONT DISTRICT

TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY



PUBLIC SHELTERS

If you have your own ride out of town, there are no coastal cities that will have open shelters. Know where you are going and check with that city to see if public shelters are available.

WHAT ADDITIONAL ITEMS SHOULD I TAKE?Public shelters are basic facilities that provide temporary housing for evacuees. Most shelters don’t have beds or cots, so you will probably be sleeping on the floor in cramped quarters and should pack as if you were going camping. You should bring the following:• Sleeping pads, air mattresses, or cots. • Blankets or sleeping bags for each person.• Robe, shower shoes, and travel size toiletries. • Medications and important documents.• Books, games, and quiet toys for children. • Pets in carriers/kennels (if they are allowed in the shelter)

HOW CAN I HELP WITH SHELTER SAFETY?• Keep all items packed and neat. • Keep all valuables out of sight.• Never let your children out of your sight. • Follow all rules.• Immediately report violations. • Label all items with your name. Inside and outside for luggage and bags.

WHAT IS NOT ALLOWED IN PUBLIC SHELTERS?Alcoholic beverages, weapons*, and illegal drugs are not allowed in public shelters.*Firearms may or may not be permitted. See Texas Penal Code Section 46 for more information.

KEY TELEPHONE NUMBERSFor road conditions on state highways call 1-800-452-9292 or go online to drivetexas.org. Stranded motorists can call the Motorists Helpline at 1-800-525-5555. If you have an emergency, call 911. Please see page 13 for more information on proper use of 911.

SHOULD I CARRY FOOD & DRINKS IN MY CAR?Stopping for food and drinks during a large-scale evacuation may significantly delay you in getting to your destination. Some restaurants and stores along hurricane routes may be closed and those that are open are likely to be very crowded. Additionally, once you leave the evacuation route to purchase food and drinks, it may be difficult to re-enter the flow of traffic. Therefore, you should pack food and drinks to take on your trip. If you have any medications that need to be kept cold, make sure you bring a cooler with plenty of ice because there may not be any ice available along the route.

WHAT CAN I DO TO HELP OTHERS?Check on your friends and neighbors to make sure they have transportation or to see if they need help getting essential items together so they can be ready to evacuate. Help them register ahead of time with STEAR and utilize the contact information the city will post for those that need transportation assistance. If a person is not 100% independent in their home, do not put them on an evacuation bus. There is no one on the bus or in a shelter to provide care for them. Special needs and/or assistance information can be included on their STEAR page. Nursing Home/Private Care Facilities:If you have a loved one in a nursing home or private care facility that can ride in a car, YOU should evacuate them in the comfort of your own vehicle and provide care for them. It is hard for the elderly and disabled to ride on an evacuation bus.

• Keep your vehicle in good repair with a full tank of fuel. • Check on friends and neighbors that may have special needs.• Prepare your disaster supply kit NOW and take it with you when you evacuate.• Secure your home quickly and evacuate when asked to do so. Don’t leave loose or unsecured items outside where wind can carry them away to become projectiles.

EVACUATING TIPS


☑ Fill up with fuel before you leave town. It’s smart to keep your tank at least half full during hurricane season.

☑ Check your vehicle’s fluid levels and ensure there is adequate coolant in the radiator.

☑ Don’t forget your tires. Check for proper air pressure because hot road surface is rough on tires. Be sure that your spare tire has air and that you have equipment to change your tire. Ensure that you have a jack and lug wrench in your vehicle and know where they are located. Your owner’s manual should have instructions for changing tires and flats.

☑ Make sure to carry water and non-perishable food, enough for you and your passengers in case you become stranded.

☑ If you are stranded, stay with your vehicle and use emergency flashers. Tie a white cloth on the antenna or door handle and raise the hood.

☑ Have a working flashlight and extra batteries in your vehicle.

☑ Find out the elevation of your property and check flood plain maps.

☑ Check your insurance coverage. Most homeowner insurance policies do not cover flood damage or are under-insured for total replacement.

☑ Learn about the National Flood Insurance Program by going online to floodsmart.gov or calling 1-877-336-2627.

☑ Find out if your current home meets current building code requirements for high winds. Structures that meet current high-wind provisions have a better chance of surviving violent windstorms.

☑ Install commercial shutters or prepare 5/8-inch plywood panels for your windows.

☑ Garage doors are frequently the first feature in a home to fail. Reinforce garage doors so that they are able to withstand high wind or press a vehicle against the door from the inside.

☑ Assess your property to ensure that landscaping and trees do not become a wind hazard. Certain trees and bushes are vulnerable to high winds and any dead tree near a home is a hazard.

☑ Move outside items to safety, such as patio furniture, plants, grills, trampolines, and etc.

☑ Put valuable documents and photos in waterproof containers and take them with you when you evacuate.

☑ Turn off electricity at the main circuit breakers or fuse boxes to protect appliances from power surges and reduce the risk of live dangling wires after the storm.

☑ If the house is supplied with natural or propane gas, turn it off at the meter or tank.

☑ Remove perishable items from your refrigerator and freezer if you evacuate.

☑ Photograph and/or video record the inside and the outside of your home and possessions.

☑ Make a final walk-through inspection before closing the door.

PREPARE YOUR HOMEPREPARE YOUR VEHICLE

GAS UP BEFORE YOU LEAVE

TOWN!

Steps to take BEFORE A STORM HITS

GETTING PREPARED


WHEN SHOULD I RETURN?

GENERATOR SAFETY TIPS

GENERAL SAFETY TIPS

GETTING PREPARED

Just because you hear from a friend or neighbor that their house is OK, does not mean it safe for you to return.

Immediately upon storm passage, city officials will assess damage to and availability of critical city infrastructure (ie: hospitals, utilities, etc.). Re-entry decisions and methods will be based on this assessment.

Local emergency managers will publize, through various media outlets, when it is safe for residents to return. If you don’t have internet access at the location you evacuated to, a library nearby should have. You may also call the City of Beaumont Emergency Management Office at 409-980-7280 or call 311 or Service Helpline at 409-980-8311.

Do not venture onto roads until you have been advised by city officials that they are passable and safe.

Do not enter a building if you smell gas. Call 911. Do not light a match or turn on lights.

Do not touch fallen electrical wires. They may be live and could hurt or kill you.

Turn of the electrical power at the main source if there is standing water. Do not turn on power and use an electrical tools or appliances while standing in water.

Wear waterproof boots and gloves to avoid flood water touching the skin.

Wash your hands often with soap and clean water, or use a hand-cleaning gel with alcohol in it.

Listen to the public service announcements to find out if local tap water is safe for drinking, cooking, cleaning, or bathing.

If a “boil water” advisory is in effect, do not drink tap water or use to brush your teeth unless water has come to a rolling boil for at least one minute.

Do not eat food that smells bad, looks bad, or has touched flood water. When in doubt, throw food out.

Do not use generators, pressure washers, grills, camp stoves, or other fuel burning devices indoors or in enclosed or partially enclosed areas such as garages, even with doors or windows open.

Stop and look both ways at all intersections. Most street lights are not working.

Drive slowly and look out for trash on the road. Always wear your seatbelt.

Carbon Monoxide (CO) is a colorless, odorless, tasteless flammable gas that is released by generators as they run. Inhaling this gas can make people and animals sick, and can even cause death. While in operation, generators should be kept outside in well ventilated areas.

DO NOT operate a generator inside a home, garage, carport, or near the opening of a building. You should install a CO detector near the sleeping areas.

Let the generator cool before refilling with gasoline.

Chain a generator to a tree or fixed object outside of your home to prevent theft.

Look for symptoms of CO poisoning: Headaches, Confusion, Fatigue, Dizziness, Loss of Consciousness. If you or someone with you experiences symptoms of CO poinsoning, move outside away from the suspected source of the CO and call 911 immediately.


GETTING PREPAREDEVACUATING LIVESTOCK

WHERE TO GO?

What livestock to evacuate is something one should give a lot of consideration to. Hurricane Ike in 2008 delivered a storm surge that travelled inland approximately 14 miles, impacting 20,000 head of cattle, and killing 4,000 to 5,000 adult cows- an economic impact of $14,000,000. Animals on land prone to flooding and storm surge should most definitely be evacuated. However, “evacuating” doesn’t necessarily mean moving livestock (goats, sheep, cattle, horses, etc.) out of the county. Many times livestock can be evacuated to higher elevations out of flood plains north of Jefferson County. Whether livestock are moved to safer grounds within the county, or if they are evacuated out of the county, there are things to consider in either scenario. Moving cattle to higher ground is only as good as you can keep them there. Cattle will travel with the wind. Good fences or strong cattle pens are necessary to keep cattle from traveling with the wind or into the storm surge or flooded waterways. While hauling livestock in a hurricane evacuation of any size, animals should be evacuated no less than 72 hours before a storm makes landfall.

Never stall horses in barns during a hurricane

If you have friends or family who have a place to board your livestock, that is your best choice. Public shelters are temporary, lasting only a few days. After the storm passes, there may not be fences, water, etc. for your livestock once you return home. When evacuating it’s best to plan for long term, rather than a couple of days. Shelters for high value livestock may be available throughout the state, but contact information on those sites isn’t released until 72 to 120 hours before a storm makes landfall. As this information is received, it will be provided by the Jefferson County Office of Emergency Management. A list of livestock shelters may also be available to the public during evacuation by dialing 211. Keep in mind that public shelters provide only shelter and water. Feed and hay are the owner’s responsibility. Public shelters require all equine to have current vaccinations and their Coggins Test paperwork.

IDENTIFYING LIVESTOCKWhether livestock remain in the county, or are evacuated out of the path of the storm, livestock should be identified. Nothing is better than a permanent hot iron or freeze brand that is properly registered under your name at the County Clerk’s Office. Other tips to help identify your livestock include animal safe paint drawn on or even shaving your registered brand or a phone number onto your livestock. These methods can be safely removed or hair can regrow, but will help ensure your lifestock can be identified.

AFTER THE STORMPlan for the recovery phase by having at least one week of hay and water supply per animal i.e. 150 gallons of water/animal/week. Assess your property before bringing livestock home: is potable water available; did pastures flood; will grazing be sustained; did fences survive the storm? If you have questions, or know of livestock in need of assistance, contact the Jefferson County Office of Emergency Management at 409-835-8757. Professionals will be on staff to handle to livestock recovery efforts after the storm.

SUPPLIESHay and water are the most important items for livestock in both evacuation and recovery. Carry sufficient water with you on the trailer- you might get caught in traffic on the evacuation route. It is recommended to carry a three-day supply of water/feed if you are evacuating livestock out of the county. This is especially important if your livestock are on a special diet or restricted to certain foods. Take with you records that will validate ownership of livestock prior to the storm. This includes, but is not limited to, receipts from livestock bought and sold, veterinary records, etc. This proof of ownership is necessary if you must apply for livestock indemnity payments with USDA-Farms Services Agency.

AnimalCattleHorsesSwine

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Is a Person Hurt or in Danger? Do you need the Police or Fire department?

Have you ever wondered whether to call 911? Since 911 is for emergencies only, it helps to understand when to call and when not to call. An emergency is any serious situation where a firefighter, law enforcement officer, or emergency medical help is needed right away. If you are unsure of whether your situation is an emergency, you can still call 911. The 911 dispatcher can determine if you need emergency assistance and if not, can route you to the person(s) that can help.

During a disaster, 911 might seem to be the easiest resource to contact for any needs. However, during these times, proper use should still be utilized. Page 14 includes Regional Communication Information that citizens can use during a disaster when there isn’t an emergency present.

GETTING PREPAREDHOW CAN I HELP?

Beaumont Corps - 409-896-2361Port Arthur Corps - 409-983-2229Orange Corps - 409-291-8400salvationarmytexas.org/beaumont/salvationarmyusa.org

DONATIONSGood intentions have the potential to create a disaster within a disaster. Please do NOT send unsolicited donations to a disaster area.

CASHThis is the best contribution since items can be purchased within the affected areas to meet the specific needs of victims. Cash contributions should be sent directly to the organization where you intend your donations to be used.

VOLUNTEERINGThe best way to volunteer is to contact a disaster relief organization that has a presence in Southeast Texas. Some examples are The Salvation Army, American Red Cross, Texas Baptist Men, Texas Adventist Community Services, Some Other Place, and Southeast Texas Food Bank.

This booklet contains vital information to assist you through an evacuation event. It is strongly recommended that you have this guide readily available throughout hurricane season and by your side during an evacuation. The most up to date information available is provided by the Beaumont Office of Emergency Management. These are the lines of communication and your guide to emergency information and community planning. Call your local information providers listed on the following pages if you have questions or concerns regarding emergency preparedness.

1-800-621-FEMA (3362) Available 7 am to 11 pm ETfema.gov

1-800-RED-CROSS (733-2767) Southeast & Deep East Texas Chapter - 409-883-2322Beaumont Office - 409-832-1644 redcross.org

PROPER USE OF 911


Tim OcnaschekEmergency Manager.....................409-980-7280311 Service Help Line....................409-980-8311Police - Non Emergency...............409-832-1234Fire/EMS - Non Emergency.........409-880-3901Beaumont ISD.............................409-899-9972Cable Access Channel.......................Channel 4City websites...............www.beaumonttexas.gov

www.setinfo.orgKLVI 560 AM Radio..................www.klvi.com

BEAUMONT

Lance BilleaudEmergency Manager.....................409-962-4460City Hall......................................409-962-4471Fire..............................................409-962-4460Cable Access Channel.................Channel 3 & 4City website.......................www.cigrovestx.com

GROVES

Aaron TupperEmergency Manager.....................409-246-5119Hardin Cty. Sheriff ’s Dept...........409-246-5100

HARDIN CTY

Mike WhiteEmergency Manager.....................409-835-875724 Hr. Emergency Info. Line........409-835-8411County website...............www.co.jefferson.tx.us

JEFFERSON CTY

Terry MortonEmergency Manager.....................409-723-1531Police Dept. 24 Hr. Info.................409-722-4965City Hall......................................409-723-1500Nederland ISD.............................409-724-2391City website...................www.ci.nederland.tx.us

NEDERLAND

Jeremy HoustonEmergency Manager.....................409-983-8616Police ...........................................409-983-8600Port Arthur ISD...........................409-989-6222City website........................www.portarthur.net

PORT ARTHUR

Eloy VegaEmergency Manager.....................409-719-4258Police ...........................................409-722-1424Port Neches ISD...........................409-722-3351

PORT NECHES

Joel ArdoinEmergency Manager.....................409-882-7895Orange Cty. Sheriff ’s Dept...........409-883-2612County website..................www.co.orange.tx.us

ORANGE CTY

REGIONAL COMMUNICATION INFORMATION


ESSENTIALS:� This booklet � Battery operated radio

� Flashlights � Extra Batteries

� Water for sanitation

� First Aid Kit (one for your home and one for each car)

FOOD & WATER:� Minimum 3 gallons of water per person stored in food grade, plastic container

� Minimum 5-day supply for non-perishable food that requires little to no water or preparation, such as:

Dry cereal / Peanut Butter / Quick energy snacksCanned fruits / Canned Vegetables / Canned JuiceReady-to-eat canned meatReady-to-eat soups (not concentrated)

SANITATION:� Disinfectant � Personal hygiene items

� Household chlorine bleach � Soap, liquid detergent

� Cloth towels (at least 3) � Feminine supplies

� Plastic bucket w/ tight lid � Rain gear

� Plastic garbage bag ties � Sunglasses

� Sturdy shoes/work books � Blankets/sleeping bags

� Toilet paper, towelettes, paper towels

� Complete change of clothes/footwear

FOR BABIES:� Formula � Diapers

� Bottles � Medication

� Powdered milk � Baby food

FOR PETS:� Leash, harness, carriers � Food/water

� Records of vaccinations � Pet medication

� Non-tippable food and water containers

TOOLS & SUPPLIES:� Whistle � Aluminum Foil

� Crowbar � Compass

� Pencil/Paper � Plastic sheeting

� Medicine Dropper � Needle/Thread

� Signal Flare � Map of the area

� Paper money/checks � Car repair kit/tools

� Heavy cotton or hemp rope � Assorted nails/screws

� Plastic storage containers

� Cell phones w/ chargers

� Pliers, screw driver, hammer

� Matches in a waterproof container

� Non-electrical can opener, utility knife

� Mess kits or disposable plates and utensils

� Tape, duct tapes, plumbers tape, strap iron

IMPORTANT DOCUMENTS:� Important telephone numbers

� Record of bank account numbers

� Family records (birth, marriage, death cert.)

� Inventory and pictures/videos of valuables

� Copy of will, insurance policies, contracts, deeds, stocks and bonds

� List of credit card accounts

� Passports, social security cards,

� Medical and immunization records

FAMILY MEDICAL NEEDS:

� Prescription drugs � Denture needs

� Contact lenses and supplies � Extra eye glasses

ENTERTAINMENT:

� Games, toys, and books for all ages

YOU MAY WANT TO INCLUDE:

� Family photos, jewelry, and select irreplaceable items.

-DO NOT include stand alone fire sources, like candles. Candles cause more fires after a disaster than anything else.

FAMILY DISASTER CHECKLIST


EMPLOYER NAME PRIMARY PHONE OTHER PHONE ADDRESS

EMPLOYER NAME PRIMARY PHONE OTHER PHONE ADDRESS

HEALTH INSURANCE POLICYHOLDER NAME POLICY # GROUP #

HEALTH INSURANCE POLICYHOLDER NAME POLICY # GROUP #

AUTO INSURANCE AGENT PHONE POLICY # VEHICLE VIN #S ISSURED DRIVERS

HOME INSURANCE AGENT PHONE POLICY #

SCHOOL/DAY CARE PRIMARY PHONE OTHER PHONE ADDRESS

SCHOOL/DAY CARE PRIMARY PHONE OTHER PHONE ADDRESS

IMPORTANT INFORMATION


PRIMARY CARE PHYSICIAN PRIMARY PHONE OTHER PHONE ADDRESS

PEDIATRICIAN PRIMARY PHONE OTHER PHONE ADDRESS

FACILITY/PHYSICIAN NAME PRIMARY PHONE OTHER PHONE ADDRESS

FACILITY/PHYSICIAN NAME PRIMARY PHONE OTHER PHONE ADDRESS

PHARMACY PRIMARY PHONE OTHER PHONE ADDRESS

EMERGENCY CONTACTS

NAME RELATIONSHIP PRIMARY PHONE OTHER PHONE

NAME RELATIONSHIP PRIMARY PHONE OTHER PHONE

OUT OF TOWN EMERGENCY CONTACTS

NAME RELATIONSHIP PRIMARY PHONE OTHER PHONE LOCATION

NAME RELATIONSHIP PRIMARY PHONE OTHER PHONE LOCATION


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GET TO KNOW YOUR GO-KIT Emergency Management

Collapsible Water ContainerDisposable PlatesDisposable Utensils

Small Reusable Plastic Containers with Lids

Non-perishable food items Energy bars Crackers Canned Goods

Window Breaking ToolSeatbelt CutterPry BarWork Gloves

Dust MaskEye Protection

Disaster Preparedness BrochureEmergency Numbers

Personal Belongings Extra Money Valid IDs Passport

USB Drive with scanned documents such as:

Birth CertificatesMarriage Certificates

Property TitlesInsurance RecordsMedical RecordsPrescription Information

Portable AM/FM RadioFlashlightsWhistleGlowsticksFlasher

Survival KnifeMultipurpose RopeWaterproof MatchesThermal BlanketExtra Batteries

Portable ChargersCar Repair/Tool Kit

Antibacterial Hand SoapToothbrushToothpasteCombSanitary Napkins

Isopropyl AlcoholAntibacterial WipesShampooBody SoapCotton Swabs

Baby/Toddler Needs Diapers Rash Cream Child Safe Meds Child Soap

Adhesive StripsHypoallergenic TapeConforming BandageTriangular Bandage

Wound DressingAntiseptic SwabsTweezersScissors

Safety PinsResealable Plastic BagsDisposable Gloves

Personal Medication Antidiarrheal Antibiotics Pain relievers Prescriptions

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PACK YOUR BAGSAn Emergency Kit container or waterproof bag are the best options to hold your items as they are made for this purpose. You can also use a backpack, suitcase, or plastic container, as long as they are accessable and easy to carry.

WATERPROOF

BAG

FOOD & WATER

FIRST AID

HYGIENE

EMERGENCY TOOLS

DOCUMENTS & MONEY

ESCAPE TOOLS

Bring the hard copies/originals with you if you can. You should put them in a waterproof container, like a resealable plastic bag.

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