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Emergency
Preparedness in event of Disaster:
> Cyclones
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Successive
cyclone have devastated the coastlines of several
Indian states year after year. Orissa cyclone was one
example in year 2000. Emergency preparedness in these
event could help save a lot of lives as well as lessen
in someway destruction of property. Write to us at
dmis@sristi.org |
 Orissa Super Cyclone:
The High Powered Task Force
has been constituted on 10.11.99 for rehabilitation and
reconstruction in the cyclone-affected areas under the
Chairmanship of Minister of Defence is now coordinating the
relief measures. As decided by the Task Force, Central Public
Sector Undertakings have taken up relief support in identified
blocks/villages. Go to
http://www.ndmindia.nic.in/cycloneorissa
The
cyclone season is nearly upon us and it’s time to get
organised.
Before the monsoon season begins, plan where
you will stay during a cyclone. Stay at home if possible. Check
the strongest part of your house. Usually, bathrooms, hallways
and ground level storage rooms should be built to act
as cyclone shelters. Be prepared to stay there for a long
time. make it more
comfortable.
Regardless of where you choose to
stay, you will need an emergency kit. Start stocking up now to
avoid finding everything sold out during the last minute
panic. Your kit should contain enough food, water and clothes
for five days. If the power goes out. It is
essential that you have a battery- powered radio, a torch,
spare batteries, and a can opener for your tinned food air
dropped.
Monitor radio and television
broadcasts for updates. The Department of Meteorology will keep
the public/Police informed, through the media, of the cyclone’s
movements. If you choose to evacuate, you will need to leave
early to avoid getting stuck in traffic during the cyclone.
Careful planning and preparation
will minimise your fears if a cyclone hits. Go to http://www.nt.gov.au/pfes/services/media/columns99/991023cyclones.htm
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Cyclone
preparations, information, Emergency procedures:
Preparations:
Before the onset on cyclone season, it is a good idea to stock
up on such items as candles and matches, cooking gas,
non-perishable foods, and bottled water. Make sure that your
flashlights and radio have fresh batteries. When a Class I
cyclone is announced, you will want to make sure that your
car's gas tank is full. If a Class II warning is called, start
boiling water and make sure that you have sufficient supplies
to last you in case power is out for several days (food,
water, candles, etc). Fill bathtubs, basins, and buckets with
water for washing, etc. Bring terrace furniture and other
outdoor items inside and put your house's storm shutters in
place. Once a Class III warning is issued you should stay off
the roads.
Information: The
best way to stay informed is to listen to the Radio and
Television if it is still working.
Emergency Procedures:
In the aftermath of a serious cyclone, communication and transportation
networks are likely to be
severely damaged. If you are in need of emergency assistance
and are unable to contact the with the relevant authorities, get in touch with the
nearest police station. The police can provide assistance and
will pass a message to the disaster mitigation authorities.
You must be ready to makeup your preparations and welfare
beforehand.
Source:
http://usembassymauritius.mu/Consular/cyclone.htm
& various
Internet sites as mentioned
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