PEMA Urges Citizens to Prepare forThreat of Hurricane Sandy
October 26, 2012-Harrisburg - Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency Director Glenn M. Cannon today urged Pennsylvanians to prepare now for the possibility of strong winds, heavy rain and even snow as Hurricane Sandy moves north.
"This storm could combine with another system to bring some combination of snow, wind, rain and flooding to much of Pennsylvania," Cannon said. "This is the time to make sure everyone has an emergency kit in their home and car, and an emergency plan for taking care of each other in the event this storm brings its full destructive potential to our state."
Families should prepare for two scenarios in the event of severe weather: to remain in their homes during the duration of a storm, or to evacuate if it is recommended or ordered by local authorities.
Residents should always have enough provisions in their homes to last at least 72 hours because help from emergency responders may not be immediately available when severe weather strikes.
Other disaster preparedness supplies to have at the ready include:
1. Flashlights and extra batteries;
2. Portable, battery-operated radio and extra batteries;
3. First aid kit and manual;
4. Emergency food and water;
5. Non-electric can opener;
6. Essential medicines/prescriptions;
7. Cash, credit cards and important legal documents; and
8. Sturdy shoes.
If residents are ordered by local officials to evacuate, they should do so without hesitating and should take important documents with them, including:
Checkbooks;
Driver's license;
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