Flood Preparedness for Caregivers and Consumers
In California, we may experience occasional flood warnings or tsunamis and landslides that occur as a result of earthquakes or severe storms and extreme weather changes, and it is important to know what to do.
We want our caregiver community to know there are easy actions you can take to be prepared when a flood or similar emergency strikes. Here we provide you with some of the emergency preparedness tips that we teach caregivers in the Emergency and Disaster Readiness (EDR) course at the Center for Caregiver Advancement (CCA).
Tips: Prepare for Weather Emergencies in Advance
- Heat, power, or communication services may not be available, so keep all batteries charged.
- Make a plan for keeping essential medications cold.
- Stay informed by using official county TV, radio & emergency services; sign up for alerts.
- Be ready to evacuate your consumer and any pets to higher ground if ordered to do so.
The infographic below offers steps to follow before, during, and after a flood.
CCA offers this information to help you stay calm and focused to keep you and your care recipient safe.
To stay informed and prepared during a flood or other disaster, keep these important contacts handy:
California Office of Emergency Services: Call 1-800-550-5234 for disaster preparedness and response information.
National Weather Service: Visit weather.gov or call 1-888-697-8160 for weather alerts and forecasts.
Local Emergency Services: Dial 911 for immediate assistance during emergencies.
California Department of Water Resources: Call 1-800-272-8869 for water-related emergencies and flood information.
American Red Cross: Reach out at 1-800-733-2767 for disaster relief and shelter information.
FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency): Call 1-800-621-3362 for federal disaster assistance and resources.
Local Government Office: Check your city or county’s emergency management office for local alerts.
Community Alert System: Sign up for local alerts via text or email for real-time updates.
Sources:
Listos California: https://www.listoscalifornia.org/disaster-readiness/floods/
Image credit: CCA
