[RP TownTalk] Hurricane Preparedness and Contact Numbers

Sat Aug 27 12:33:24 UTC 2011

Thank you Jonathan,
this information is extremely helpful.

From: Jonathan W. Ebbeler <jebbeler at efusionconsulting.com>
To: towntalk at riverdale-park.org
Sent: Saturday, August 27, 2011 8:14 AM
Subject: [RP TownTalk] Hurricane Preparedness and Contact Numbers

Friends/Neighbors –

Please use the following numbers for hurricane related incidents: 

Prince George’s County launches "Hurricane Hotline": Starting Saturday, August 27 at 2:00 PM 301-352-1290 

Report downed trees and blocked roads: Department of Public Works: 301-864-1803 (Riverdale Park) 301-350-0500 (PG County)

Fire Department: Riverdale Park Fire Department – 301-927-0356 (911 in an emergency)

Police Department:  Riverdale Park Police Department – 301-927-4343 (911 in an emergency)

Electrical Outages
PEPCO: Use 1-877-737-2662 to report outages. Choose option 2 to report downed wires. Outage maps are available online at www.pepco.com. Click on the Your Home tab and select the Outages the Emergency Preparedness page.
BGE: Call 1-877-778-2222

Sandbags:  Unfortunately they are not available from the town or County, please contact your local hardware store.

As Hurricane Irene continues her destructive path there are things that we all should be doing today in the meantime:

DEVELOP A FAMILY PLAN
·         Discuss the type of hazards that could affect your family. Know your home's vulnerability to storm surge, flooding and wind.
·         Locate a safe room or the safest areas in your home for each hurricane hazard. In certain circumstances the safest areas may not be your home but within your community.
·         Determine escape routes from your home and places to meet. These should be measured in tens of miles rather than hundreds of miles.
·         Have an out-of-state friend as a family contact, so all your family members have a single point of contact.
·         Make a plan now for what to do with your pets if you need to evacuate.
·         Post emergency telephone numbers by your phones and make sure your children know how and when to call 911.
·         Check your insurance coverage - flood damage is not usually covered by homeowners insurance.
·         Stock non-perishable emergency supplies and a Disaster Supply Kit. 
·         Use a NOAA weather radio. Remember to replace its battery every 6 months, as you do with your smoke detectors.
·         Take First Aid, CPR and disaster preparedness classes (in the future)
CREATE A DISASTER SUPPLY KIT
·         Water- at least 1 gallon daily per person for 3 to 7 days
·         Food- at least enough for 3 to 7 days
— non-perishable packaged or canned food / juices
— foods for infants or the elderly
— snack foods
— non-electric can opener
— cooking tools / fuel
— paper plates / plastic utensils 
·         Blankets / Pillows, etc.
·         Clothing- seasonal / rain gear/ sturdy shoes
·         First Aid Kit / Medicines / Prescription Drugs
·         Special Items- for babies and the elderly
·         Toiletries / Hygiene items / Moisture wipes
·         Flashlight / Batteries
·         Radio - Battery operated and NOAA weather radio
·         Telephones - Fully charged cell phone with extra battery and a traditional (not cordless) telephone set
·         Cash (with some small bills) and Credit Cards- Banks and ATMs may not be available for extended periods
·         Keys
·         Toys, Books and Games
·         Important documents- in a waterproof container or watertight resealable plastic bag
— insurance, medical records, bank account numbers, Social Security card, etc.
·         Tools- keep a set with you during the storm
·         Vehicle fuel tanks filled
·         Pet care items
— proper identification / immunization records / medications
— ample supply of food and water
— a carrier or cage
— muzzle and leash 
Prince George's County will open its Emergency Operations Center (EOC) at 6820 Webster Street in Hyattsville, tomorrow, Saturday, August 27 at Noon.  Throughout the storm and aftermath, regular updates will be provided to the public and press through press releases as well as through social media at @CountyExecBaker on Twitter and on Facebook at "County Executive Rushern Baker." 

Additionally, Prince George's County has activated a non-emergency "Hurricane Hotline" at 301-352-1290. The hotline will be operational from 2:00 p.m. Saturday, August 27 for at least 48 hours.  Residents are urged to only use 9-1-1 for emergencies only. 

Other critical hurricane information from Prince George's County:
	*          Prince George's County is not distributing sand bags to residents;
	*          Prince George's County has schools, community centers, and government buildings available to use as possible shelters. If a shelter is opened public and press will be immediately notified by EOC;
	*          The Prince George's County Department of Environmental Resources will be physically monitoring the six high hazard dams that are in the County;
	*          All Prince George's County public safety agencies have increased staffing in anticipation of Hurricane Irene;
For more information on preparing for emergencies, citizens may visit www.Ready.gov or Listo.gov for tips on creating family emergency plans and putting together emergency supply kits. Residents can also visit www.redcross.org  to download the Be Red Cross Ready- Hurricane Checklist. It is also possible to track Hurricane Irene's path at this link: http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/#IRENE

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