Emergency Response Plan

Emergency Preparedness

Hurricane Safety Tips

• Fuel and service your vehicle
• Secure all windows and any items that could become flying objects.
• Wedge sliding glass doors so they do not lift off track.
• Have flashlights and first aid kit available.Turn refrigerator to the coldest setting in case of power failure
• Have an extra supply of cash on hand
• Protect pets.
• Evacuate if advised to do so!

If you evacuate:

• Leave during daylight, if possible.
• Notify neighbors and one family member outside of the affected area.
• Monitor local RV and radio for official bulletins:
  • NOAA weather Radio 162.400
  • WJBO 1150 AM & WFMF 102.5 FM

Important steps toward saving lives and property:

• The time to prepare is before the storm.
• Assemble a disaster supply kit to include--Water; nonperishable food items, first aid supplies, clothing & bedding tols & emergency supplies, and special items.
• Clear loose and clogged rain gutters and downspouts.
• Trim trees and shrubbery.
• Review your insurance policy.

For further information contact:

East Baton Rouge Parish
Office of Emergency Preparedness
225-359-3035
www.ci.baton-rouge.la.us/dept/oep

Online Resources

• Get ready for Hurricane Gustav

• Baranco-Hill Health Center

• SU Police Department

• Hurricane Preparedness

• Baton Rouge Police Department

• Baton Rouge Crisis Intervention Center

• East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office

• Louisiana State Police

• Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality

• Louisiana Department of Public Safety

• Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals

• Safety Council of Louisiana Capital Area