Emergency Preparedness 2005

The Connecticut Guide to Emergency Preparedness is now available. You may download it in Adobe Acrobat PDF format by clicking on "Emergency Preparedness 2005" (above).

Coping with Disaster 
A disaster of any size will cause unusual and unwanted stress. Here are some suggestions to help you and your family cope.

Crime Prevention
Your local police department is dedicated to reducing criminal acts and ensuring that the community is safe. And there are steps you should take to protect yourself and your family, at home, in your car and in public.

Emergency Contact Information
Emergency and Non-Emergency Telephone Numbers and links to additional information.

Emergency Supply Kits
Supplies to keep in your home.

Evacuation
In some incidents evacuation may be necessary. What to do before, during and after an evacuation

Extreme Heat & Cold
Certain weather conditions can result in temperatures that reach either extreme heights or extreme lows. This document helps you prepare for extreme weather

Fire Safety
To protect you and your family from fire. Know what to do before, during, and after a fire.

Floods
Information to help prepare your property in the event of flooding associated with heavy rains, snow melt, water main breaks and many other severe storms.

Food Safety During Utility Outages
By planning ahead, you can save your perishables.

General Preparedness Information
Essential services may be interrupted following an emergency and local disaster relief and emergency responders may not be able to reach you immediately. Equipping yourself with the knowledge and tools to prepare and protect yourself and your family is essential

Hazardous and Household Chemical Safety
Hazardous chemicals are substances that pose a risk to life, health and property due to their composition and their possible release into the environment due to unsafe storage, improper use and handling or transportation. Whether at industrial and chemical plants, gas stations, hospitals, labs, or in homes, hazardous chemicals and household cleaning products used in most homes are a part of daily life and can affect every community. Know what to do before, during, and after an incident.

Health and Medical Preparedness
Ways to protect you and your family from health related illnesses and medical emergencies.

Home Evacuation Plan Diagram
A Diagram to use to prepare a Home Evacuation plan.

Pet Preparedness
Information for preparing pets or animals for emergency and disaster situations.

Recovering from Disaster 
Returning to a Damaged Home

School Emergency Planning
Parents should know the emergency plans used at their children’s schools and understand what to do in the event of an emergency.

Seniors and People With Special Needs
If you are a senior, or have special needs, you should take additional steps to plan for disasters and protect yourself in an emergency. If you have friends or neighbors with special needs, help them with these extra precautions:

Severe Storms
Severe storms can occur at any time and any place. What to do before, during, and after a severe storm

Sheltering
In some instances sheltering may be required for extended periods of time due to major storms or utility disruptions. Emergency shelters are designed to provide a place to stay, along with sleeping quarters, food, water and shower facilities. An overview of Sheltering and what to before, during, and after an emergency.

Terrorism.
Many people are concerned about the possibility of future incidents. There are things you can do to prepare for the unexpected and reassure your family in the face of such events.

Utility Disruptions
Storms and emergencies can cause disruptions to power, water and gas supplies and telephone services leading to anxiety and confusion. These tips will help to prepare you and your family in the event of utility disruptions.

Why Prepare for a Disaster
Every year, disasters disrupt hundreds of thousands of lives. Being prepared and understanding what to do will reduce the fear, anxiety and losses that accompany most disasters.

Winter Preparedness
Winter weather such as Nor’easters, blizzards and winter storms can become very dangerous in a short period of time. What to before, during, and after a winter storm.