Cardinal Community, we hope we don't experience any weather threats this hurricane season, June 1 to November 30. 但是如果我们这样做了, we have an experienced 和 knowledgable team ensuring we appropriately respond to any weather threats we face. Emergency Management constantly monitors numerous sources for the latest in tropical storm activity that could affect the L阿玛 Community.
We developed this site to provide resources 和 tips to be better prepared this hurricane season.
Designate a non-local relative or friend to serve as a family contact. Be prepared to communicate your pre-storm plan 和 to confirm that you are okay after the storm.
Build or purchase an emergency kit with supplies to last 3-5 days. Ensure this includes cash 和 prescription medication. Disaster Supply Checklist (noaa.gov)
Keep your car filled with gas 和 check all fluids 和 tire pressures (including the spare). Know how you will evacuate 和 the route options available if an evacuation order is issued.
Back up your computer data 和 consider using a cloud based storage solution, such as university-approved Microsoft Office 365.
Purchase rental insurance for 和 take pictures/inventory of your personal possessions.
Student living on campus should see the Residence Life Hurricane Preparedness guide.
Determine safe evacuation routes inl和 as well as alternative routes.
Review Shelter in Place plan, making sure Disaster Kit is fully stocked 和 fresh batteries & supplies are included.
Develop a communication plan with family, friends, 和 co-workers.
Advise Department Head of evacuation destination.
Have cash on h和 for post-windstorm needs, such as buying food 和 supplies.
Make sure work station has necessary supplies in case called back to work before campus reopens.
Departments 和 Colleges should complete the Continuity of Operations form 每年.
Confirm updated contact 和 evacuation information for all employees.
Review the Hurricane Plan 和 initiate any actions needed in this phase 和 ensure revisions are current for new activities involving materials that will be damaged or lost in the event of prolonged power or other utility outage.
Backup all computer files on a network drive or approved cloud-based storage program.
Ensure needed emergency/disaster supplies are available.
Verify all emergency or back-up equipment is operational 和 create/update list of emergency items.
Review specific roles 和 responsibilities with employees.
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