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DURING A DISASTER
Everyone jokes about how unpredictable Austin weather can be, but that unpredictability creates sudden, fierce storms. Disasters can occur at any time with very little or no warning! Here are some general tips for what to do during any type of disaster:
– Stay Aware
- Pay attention to your surroundings. If something doesn't feel right or the skies look ominous, tune in to the radio or television for information about potential storms or hazards.
– Stay Put
- If a storm is approaching or an emergency incident has occurred, STAY WHERE YOU ARE , unless instructed otherwise or you are in imminent danger. Don't put yourself into danger by driving in hazardous conditions. Everyone's first instinct is to drive home or pick up the children from school. This is a very hard instinct to fight, but you are safer staying where you are, and your children are safer at school where they have emergency plans in place to protect them. This is particularly important for severe storms and flash flooding which will usually be over in just a few hours.
– Stay Off the Phone
- Stay off the phone unless you need to call 9-1-1 for an emergency situation.
– Stay Informed
- Monitor the situation on local television or radio stations. OEM's Emergency Conditions web page will have updated information as well.
- If public safety officers give you instructions to follow, such as evacuating, please do so immediately. In addition, never go around barricades.
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