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SECURE your home and make sure there is always an emergency medical supply kit available.
GET A SURVIVAL KIT FOR YOUR PET
PET owners are responsible for disaster planning for their animals so, if you plan to evacuate in the event of an approaching storm, plan for your pet as well. Take your Pet Survival Kit if you go to friends, relatives or a hotel.
Shelters cannot accept pets. If you plan to go to public shelter, make other provisions for your pet. Limited space is available at traditional “pet shelters” (kennels, veterinarians, etc).
After the storm has passed, be careful when allowing your pet outdoors. Familiar scents and landmarks may have changed and your pet could easily be confused and become lost.
Downed power lines, and animals and insects brought in on high water, could present real dangers to your pet. Take care not to allow your pet to consume food or water, which may have become contaminated.
For more information, call the Bahamas Humane Society at 323-5138.
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SURVIVAL KIT
• Proper ID collar and rabies tag/licence • Carrier or cage, leash • Ample food supply • Water/food bowls (at least two weeks) • Any necessary medication(s) and specific care instructions • Newspaper, cat litter, scoop, plastic trash bags for handling waste • Proper ID on all belongings • Make sure your pets have had all their shots within the past 12 months. • Pets shelters will require proof of vaccination
PET SURVIVAL KIT
RED CROSS APP HELPS YOU MONITOR THE STORM
THE American Red Cross has an app designed to help people through the dangers of hurricane season.
The app includes features such as a one-touch “we’re safe” button that can send a message to designated friends and family, a flashlight tool, plus a great deal of practical advice. It also allows you to track storm progress, including local alerts, and advises what to do in the event of a natural disaster.
The Multi-Hazard App is available for both iPhone and Android devices and can be downloaded from Google Play, 3 Sided Cube and iTunes App Store.
‘‘The Multi-Hazard App is a key tool that will enhance communication and coordination to prepare and respond to multiple disasters in the region, an important achievement as we start a new hurricane season.’’ said Lorraine Mangwiro, regional representative of the International Federation of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies.
‘‘We want people to know there are many practical precautions they can take and simple strategies they can employ to lessen the dangers.’’
At the start of each tropical storm season, The Bahamas Red Cross Soci- ety appeals for donations of canned goods and clothing for potential hurricane victims, especially those on the Family Islands.
Director General Caroline Turnquest told The Tribune that the Red Cross’ plan for disaster and emergency relief for this season is in place, but that “people only react if they have a reason to” and said when the app was launched in 2014 that it would help to keep the country con- stantly informed.
The Red Cross holds regular meetings at its John F Kennedy Drive, New Providence, location to ensure that staff members and volunteers are prepared to provide relief such as food, clothing and shelter for hurricane victims.
During these meetings, refresher courses are provided for team members.
In addition, the staff also perform a careful examination of all of the shelter’s equipment such as handheld radios, flashlights, etc.
Ms Turnquest offered the public some tips for hurricane preparation.
“Don’t wait until the last minute to start preparing,” she said.
“Have a back-up plan in case something happens. Stay tuned in to your radio for the latest updates. Secure your home and make sure there is always an emergency supply kit available.”
