How to Prepare Your Family for a Storm

By eHow Relationships & Family Editor

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These guidelines follow the recommendations of PG&E, the Governor's Office of Emergency Services and the Public Works Agency of Oakland, California.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderate

Things You’ll Need:

Step1
Clear your storm drains. Unclog gutters using a rake, broom or shovel so water cannot accumulate and flood.
Step2
Prevent mudflows and landslides, if you live on a soil slope, by punching straw into the soil with a shovel or tying burlap down with stakes.
Step3
Store water and food and prepare an emergency kit that includes cash, a first aid kit, portable radio, flashlight and extra batteries.
Step4
Keep waterproofing and emergency building materials readily available, such as sandbags, plastic sheeting and lumber.
Step5
Be ready to gather personal belongings and leave immediately. Keep car fueled and store important documents and valuables in a safety deposit box.
Step6
Map a route for traveling safely from your home, school or work to higher ground.
Step7
Consider purchasing storm insurance if you are not already covered.

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on 11/22/2005 It is a good idea to keep: a gallon of water, an extra change of clothes and 72 hours of extra food in your car trunk. You may not have time to go home if a storm hits. You can keep a 72-hour kit in your front closet just in case you have only minutes.

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