Evacuation Checklist

[  ] Arrange for a relative, friend or neighbor to check you in an emergency. Discuss with them how they will gain access into your home if you're not able to open the door.

[  ] Review possible  transportation options, such as a personal vehicle, friend or contact your local paratransit system before the emergency occurs. Also create a Back Up transportation plan, in case your first choice is unavailable due to being affected by the emergency. 

[  ] Make sure that you have adequate PCA support.

[  ] Post EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBERS where you can find them easily, near the telephone or programmed into your cell phone, Make extra copies for each emergency kit.

[  ] TEACH CHILDREN and other in the household what to do, who to call and when.

[  ] Locate your EMERGENCY KIT, take the battery crank-operated RADIO and listen for emergency information. 

[  ] Consider getting a medical alert system that will allow you to call for help if you are immobilized in an emergency. 

[  ] Keep family records, medical records and other important documents in watertight, fireproof containers.

[  ] Consider getting a medical  ID bracelet or medical dog tags that state your disability.

[  ] Make sure your service animal, if you have one, is properly identified as such with a harness, otherwise first responders may think it's a pet.

[  ] Learn how to turn off the water, gas and electricity at main valves or switches. 

[  ] Know how to connect or start a back-up power supply if needed.

[  ] Pick on out-of-state and one local friend or relative for family members to call if separated by disaster.

[  ] Pick two meeting places:

• A place near your home in case of a fire
• A place outside your neighborhood in case you cannot return home after a disaster.