Emergency Preparedness

Stay Prepared, Stay Safe: Your Family's Guide to Emergency Preparedness

Be Informed: Knowledge is Your First Line of Defense

• Understand Local Hazards: In Oklahoma City, be aware of tornadoes, severe thunderstorms, winter weather, and flash floods.
• Actionable Steps for Safety: Learn how to protect yourself during different emergencies, including how to shelter in place during a tornado.
• Weather Updates: Stay updated with forecasts and warnings. Utilize sources like hand-powered NOAA Weather Radios, TV, radio, online news, and smartphone apps (e.g., the American Red Cross Emergency App).
• Accessible Alerts: Use the OKC Accessible Hazard Alert System for alerts in American Sign Language and English voice/text.

Make a Plan: Organize to Overcome

• Family Information: Compile details like names, birth dates, medical info, and special needs.
• Location Details: List work, school, and daycare contacts.
• Pet Care: Include names, descriptions, meds, and vet contacts.
• Emergency Meetups: Identify three locations for family reunions in emergencies.
• Essential Contacts: Besides 911, maintain a list of family, utility providers, Poison Control, etc.

Build a Kit: Equip to Endure

• Basic Necessities: Store water (one gallon per person/day for three days) and non-perishable food (three-day supply for people, five days for pets).
• Communication and Safety Tools: Include radios (battery/hand crank), first aid kit, flashlight, whistle, masks, and basic tools.
• Local Resources: Keep a local map and cash.
• Healthcare Essentials: Pack necessary medications.
• Pet Supplies: Don't forget about leashes, food, medication, and carriers for your pets.

Don't Forget Your Pets

• Include Pets in Plans: Ensure they have collars, tags, and microchips.
• Pet Disaster Kit: Prepare a kit with food, water, medications, and other pet essentials.
• Accommodation Planning: Confirm pet-friendly emergency locations.
• Neighborly Support: Establish a buddy system for pet care.
• Health and Safety: Keep pets healthy and vaccinated.

Quick Links for Oklahoma City Residents

• OKC Accessible Hazard Alert System
• Know What To Do
• Guides and Resources
• Snow Routes
• EMBARK’s Winter Weather Detours
• National Weather Service
• Oklahoma Mesonet
• Register Your Storm Shelter