Are you Prepared?

Preparing for a Volcanic Eruption Supplies .Flashlight and extra batteries · First aid kit and manual ·  Emergency food and water ·  Non-electric can opener ·  Essential medicines ·  Dust mask ·  Sturdy shoes What to do ·  Close all windows, doors, and dampers. ·  Put all machinery inside a garage or barn. ·  Bring animals and livestock into closed shelters. ·  Seek shelter indoors. ·  If caught in a rockfall, roll into a ball to protect your head. ·  If caught near a stream, be aware of mudflows. Move up slope, especially if you hear the roar of  a mudflow. ·  Wear long-sleeved shirts and long pants. ·  Use goggles to protect your eyes. ·  Use a dust mask or hold a damp cloth over your face to help breathing. ·  Keep car or truck engines off.  Preparing for an Earthquake   Supplies Prepare an emergency store of the right foods for your family, enough to last each person about three days. Enough water to last about three days A mini-tool box with quick fix-it items A tent or large Sleeping bags and blankets Rope or wire Good walking shoes and socks, as well as extra clothing. A local road map and compass First aid kit What to Do Drop low to the ground and go under something sturdy, such as a desk or dining room table. If you are in a car, park away from bridges and trees Do not get out of the car until the shaking stops; be cautious driving after the earthquake Have a Designated Meeting Place Earthquake Proofing your House Secure certain items to make sure that they won't fall, break or burst. Place the heaviest items closer to the bottom of shelves and cabinets. Brace heavy objects against the wall. Bolts and brackets are simple things to install to keep your furniture against the wall Try to place beds away from windows and glass as much as possible. Know Basic First Aid Make sure that everyone knows how to deal with basic injuries