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IT's a DISASTER! ...And What Are YOU Gonna Do About It? HSEMA Custom I BE AWARE... BE PREPARED... and HAVE A PLAN! I T This book may save your life! T ’ ’ S S A Is your family or business really prepared for A D a disaster or emergency? D I I S Look inside to see how to ... S A • Protect your family and property from natural disasters A S S IT’S A • Prepare for Chem / Bio, cyber, or nuclear threats IT’S A T T E • Reduce the spread of infectious diseases like avian flu E R • Make a Family Emergency Plan with tips for kids, R ! elderly and special needs family members, and pets ! DDIISSAASSTTEERR!! • Assemble "Grab & Go" kits for home, car and office • Plan for shelter, water purification, food preparation, ...and what are YOU and sanitation • Apply basic first aid if help is not readily available 4th Edition gonna do about it? • Develop a Business Continuity Plan ... plus lots of resources and much more! A Disaster Preparedness, Prevention and First Aid Manual Compliments of District of Columbia LET’S MAKE D.C. SAFE FROM FUTURE Homeland Security and Emergency Management Agency DISASTERS THROUGH PREPAREDNESS, PREVENTION AND PARTNERSHIP. HSEMA U.S. Department of Homeland Security Federal Emergency Management Agency District of Columbia Homeland Security and Emergency Management Agency 2720 Martin Luther King Jr Avenue, SE Washington, DC 20032 Phone: 202-727-6161 http://hsema.dc.gov GOVERNMENT OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA ADRIAN M. FENTY, MAYOR MESSAGE FROM THE DIRECTOR Dear Residents: The District of Columbia Homeland Security and Emergency Management Agency (HSEMA) has primary responsibility for ensuring that the city is safe from hazards of all types. HSEMA promotes community-based emergency management through preparedness, prevention and partnership with District families, communities, businesses and visitors. You can help us better plan for emergencies by encouraging your friends and neighbors to prepare! This guide will assist you in reducing hazards, preventing injuries and reducing property damage. I hope you find it helpful. Sincerely, Darrell L. Darnell Director DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA HOMELAND SECURITY AND EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY The Homeland Security and Emergency Management Agency (HSEMA) provides coordination and support of the city's response to emergencies and disasters of all types, both natural and manmade. The mission of the HSEMA is to reduce the loss of life and property and protect citizens and institutions from all hazards by operating and main- taining a comprehensive all-hazard community-based, state-of-the-art emergency management infrastructure. This is accomplished by: • Developing plans and procedures to ensure emergency response and recovery capabilities for all emergencies and disasters; • Assessing and coordinating disaster resources and capabilities; • Conducting training and exercises for emergency first responders, city employees, and the public; • Providing 24-hour emergency operations center capabili- ties and serving as the central communications point during regional emergencies; • Coordinating major special events and street closures; and • Providing public awareness and outreach programs. The vision of the HSEMA Hazard Mitigation program is to minimize the impact of disaster losses by promoting cost-effective, environmentally sound, hazard mitigation measures to address natural, manmade and national security threats. The program priorities include all-hazard management, flood control, technology and grant development. These activities are supported by other program initiatives including specialized professional development for emergency officials; targeted community-based education and outreach; and development of projects and plans. You and your community can be better prepared by learning how to prevent disasters before they strike. Contact HSEMA at 202-727-6161 or visit the website at http://hsema.dc.gov District of Columbia Homeland Security and Emergency Management Agency 2720 Martin Luther King Jr Avenue, SE Washington, DC 20032 DC EMERGENCY TEXT ALERT DC Emergency Text Alert is a text notification system powered by Roam Secure Alert Network that allows citizens to receive emergency text messages on any text-capable device, including computer email, cell phones, and pagers. DC Text Alert is your personal connection to real-time updates and instructions on evacuation routes and shelter information, preparedness and protection measures, and appropriate information contacts. This notification system is available to residents, commuters and tourists. When an incident or emergency occurs, authorized HSEMA personnel can rapidly notify you using this community alert system. Sign up for an account today at http://alert.dc.gov BACK-FLOW PREVENTOR PROGRAM The District of Columbia Government has established a program to reimburse property owners who live in flood-prone areas for costs associated with installing a back-flow preventor. Back-flow preventors help prevent damage resulting from sewer back-ups during times of heavy rain or snow. The program will reimburse property owners for 50 percent of their costs, but not to exceed $500, for the purchase and installation of a back-flow preventor, backwater valve, or check valve. In order to be eligible for the program, property owners must: • Have a basement • Install device in an area identified by the DC Water and Sewer Authority (WASA) • Submit an application for reimbursement within six months of the program’s start date, including proof the device and installation has been paid in full • Submit certification that the installation was performed by a City-licensed plumber • Permit on-site City inspections • Execute an agreement releasing City from any liability for future damage arising out of the backflow preventor. Property owners who use a City-licensed plumber certified as a Local, Small and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (LSDBE) shall be reimbursed for 50 percent of their costs, but not to exceed $550. For additional information please contact 202-727-8204. dc-2 IMPORTANT DISTRICT TELEPHONE NUMBERS Police, Fire, & EMS 1 2 EMERGENCIES NON-EMERGENCIES 911 311 The Mayor’s Citywide Service Center 311 DC Homeland Security and EMA (24 hour) (202) 727-6161 TDD/TYY (202) 727-3323 Fire and Emergency Medical Services (202) 673-3331 American Red Cross, National Capital Chapter (202) 728-6401 Poison Control Center (800) 222-1222 DC Mental Health Access HelpLine (24 hour) (888) 793-4357 TDD/TYY (202) 673-7500 DC Animal Shelter (24 hour) (202) 576-6664 Verizon (phone) (800) 275-2355 PEPCO (electric) (customer service) (202) 833-7500 (power outages) (877) PEPCO-62 (life-threatening emergencies) (202) 872-3432 Washington Gas (customer service) (202) 624-6049 (natural gas emergency number) (703) 750-1400 DC Water and Sewer Authority (202) 787-2000 (water and sewer emergency number) (202) 612-3400 DC Department of Public Works (202) 673-6833 Additional information on emergency preparedness is available by calling FEMA at: (800) 480-2520, or HSEMA at: (202) 727-6161 Or on the Internet at: http://www.fema.gov http://www.redcross.org http://hsema.dc.gov 1 Request onsite police, fire or emergency medical response. 2 Request District Government information, services and report non-emergency situations that are not serious, life threatening, or currently in progress. dc-3 EVACUATION The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) has installed numerous emergency evacuation (E-Route) signs throughout the city. The E-Route signs clearly identify the primary emergency evacuation routes, directing motorists to I-495 or the Mall. Citizens can easily identify the E-Routes by the District stars and bars emblem located on the street signs. During an emergency, stay tuned to your local emergency station or listen to emergency officials for instructions on which route to follow. The HSEMA website -- http://hsema.dc.gov -- contains preparedness information, including the District Response Plan (DRP) and other materials. The DDOT website -- http://ddot.dc.gov -- contains additional evacuation information. And, for general information or to report signal outages, call DDOT’s 24-hour Hotline: 202-671-DDOT (3368) EVACUATION MAP The map shown on the next page highlights the primary corridors radiating from downtown Washington, DC that have been identified as emergency event/evacuation routes (in red). Each of the routes extends to the Capital Beltway (I-495) and beyond. During a major event or emergency situation, radial evacuation routes featuring traffic signals will be timed. In addition, 70 critical intersections on the event/evacuation routes within Washington, DC will be manned with uniformed police officers to expedite the flow of traffic and to prevent bottlenecks. Also, these officers will direct you to alternate routes should an emergency warrant the closing of current event/evacuation routes. Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, between Rock Creek Park and the U.S. Capitol serves as the dividing line for event/evacuation routes. When evacuation is ordered, motorists north of Pennsylvania Avenue will be directed North, East, and West on radial event/evacuation routes; motorists south of Pennsylvania Avenue will be directed South, East, and West on radial event/evacuation routes. None of the routes cross and no vehicles will be permitted to cross Pennsylvania Avenue during an emergency evacuation. dc-4 N Event/Evacuation Routes WASHINGTON DC AREA dc-5 DISTRICT DEPARTMENT OF THE ENVIRONMENT NATURAL RESOURCES ADMINISTRATION WATERSHED PROTECTION DIVISION The District Floodplain Management Program The mission of the Technical Services Branch
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