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Designate a safe place well away from your home for possible evacuation, and ensure that family knows how to get there safely if separated

Monitor official information outlets including websites and

All family members should have contact details of each other – mobile/cell phones, ensuring that they quickly open from inside

Establish emergency exits, ensuring that they open quickly from inside

Secure important documents

Remember, safety, not possessions is the prime concern

Assess the situation – decide whether to stay or evacuate. Stay where you are if there is no immediate danger

Check for damage to your home (using a torch)

Check for injuries – yourself and others – administer first aid if necessary

Check for gas leaks – turn off mains

Shut down electricity and water if told to do so by the authorities

Be aware that you may have to evacuate-secure your home if told to leave

Listen and watch official media output

Local media news is likely to be more useful to you than national broadcasters

Only return home if told that it is safe to do so by the authorities

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