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Emergency Preparedness Resource Guide
Emergency Preparedness Resource Guide 1 July 2026 Table of Contents FIRST AID PREPARATION CARING FOR PETS DURING A STORM EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT OFFICE NUMBERS BY COUNTIES WATCHES AND WARNINGS HELPFUL RESOURCE LINKS FOR HURRICANE PREPAREDNESS PERSONAL HURRICANE PREPARATION PLAN BEFORE A STORM – CREATE A PLAN USING A GENERATOR BEFORE, DURING AND AFTER THE STORM STORM THREAT DURING A STORM AFTER A STORM FEMA SURVIVAL KIT PREPARATION ..........................................................................2 ..........................................................................................2 …………………………….4 ................................................................................................................................5 .............................................................................................................................6 ...............................................................................................................................7 ............................................................................................8 Food and Water...........................................................................................................................8 Health Needs...............................................................................................................................9 Safety Gear ................................................................................................................................10 Documents..................................................................................................................................10 ..............................................................................................................10 First Aid Kit Needs......................................................................................................................10 ...........................................................................................11 Emergency and Traveling Supplies Your Pets........................................................................... 12 Other Considerations for your Pets.............................................................................................12 Special Considerations for Birds.................................................................................................12 Special Considerations for Reptiles............................................................................................13 Special Considerations for Small Animals..................................................................................13 ……………………………….13 ...............................................14 .............................................................................................................15
Emergency Preparedness Resource Guide 2 July 2026 Personal Hurricane Preparation Plan Kitson & Partners is making thisResource Guide available as only a guideline to help team members prepare for a hurricane or named windstorm event. This Resource Guide – it is not a substitute for the associate’s own research on what they should do. A moment to plan hurricane safety can give you peace of mind and keep your family and home safe. The FEMA hurricane preparedness checklist is a good starting point. Preparedness before a hurricane and knowledge during a storm are your first lines of defense. This resource guide is designed to help you: • Decide what you and your family will do in the event of a storm • Provide ideas on how to prepare your home or dwelling if you decide to “ride out” a storm at home • Provide a checklist of what to take with you if you decide to leave the area or move to a shelter • Create a plan for your pet(s) Have contact information for all family members for whom you are responsible or with whom you need to touch base throughout the storm. List all supplies, equipment and medications for each person in your plan with the idea that it may be 72 hours or more before assistance can be found or safely arrive at your home. Decide where you will go if an evacuation becomes Plan your route and where you will stay overnight and include alternate options in case of a mass exit leaving the State. necessary. If someone in your family needs basic medical care on a daily basis, a Special Needs shelter may be an option. In addition, if you know you will need transportation assistance in an emergency, you may pre-register • • • Before a Storm – Create an Emergency Plan •
Emergency Preparedness Resource Guide 3 July 2026 Keep copies of financial, insurance and medical records in a safe place where you can easily retrieve them in the event any of these forms are needed during or after an emergency. Be sure your entire family, including your children, are aware of any emergency or evacuation plan. Include where to meet if all family members are not together. Ensure each person has identification and contact information to carry with them in an evacuation situation. Include your service animals or family pets in your emergency plan. If you and your family must evacuate your home, find out if pets are allowed where you are evacuating and make shelter arrangements for your pets if they are not allowed at the evacuation facility. with your county emergency office. A list of county emergency management offices is attached to this guide for reference to research Special Needs shelter and assistance with transportation. Florida law requires that all utility companies offer a “priority reconnection service” for people with disabilities who use power-dependent equipment. To get placed on their priority reconnection list, contact your utility company for more information. • • • • • Please note: K&P facilities, including the PBG office, Babcock Ranch and Talis Parkare not Florida shelter facilities. Associates, their families, residents, homeowners, club members and vendors will not be allowed to seek shelter at anyK&P facility before, during or after an emergency event. RanchField Houseis designed to serve asan emergencyshelter during hurricanes. Activation of the Field House as an emergency shelter is managed by one of the regional counties for their operational use and will remain as an emergency shelter until it is no longer required. Located @ 43281 Cypress Parkway, Babcock Ranch, FL 33982 The Babcock
Emergency Preparedness Resource Guide 4 July 2026 Using a Generator Before, During & After a Storm Before the Storm: Afterthe Storm: When to Get a Generator: Duringthe Storm: Operate Outdoors: windows. 1.Check & Test: Ensure your generator is in good working order. 2.Stock Fuel: Have enough fuel stored safely. 3.Read the Manual: Familiarize yourself with operation and safety. 1. Place the generator outside, away from doors and 2.Keep Dry: Protect from rain with a cover, ensuring ventilation. 3.Avoid Overloading: Connect only essential appliances. 1. Inspect & Refuel Safely: Check for damage and refuel only when the generator is off and cool. 2. Clean & Store: Clean the generator and store it safely. 1. Frequent Power Outages: if you live in an area prone to frequent outages or severe weather conditions. 2. Critical Needs: If you have medical equipment or other critical appliances that require continuous power. 3. Upcoming Storm Season: Before Hurricane season to ensure you’re prepared in advance.
Emergency Preparedness Resource Guide 5 July 2026 Storm Threat When a hurricane threatens, decide if your family will move to a safer place inland, go to a designated shelter, or ride out the storm in your home. Make sure you stay in touch with local authorities to know the severity of the hurricane. You should also plan an escape route in case your family needs to evacuate. If you decide to ride out the hurricane, protect yourself. If you don’t need to evacuate the area, stay indoors away from windows or glass doors. Put as many walls between you and the storm as possible. If you don’t have a basement, go to a closet or a bathroom. If you need to leave the area, make sure you go directly to the shelter. Take your survival kit and lock all doors and windows before you go. Let your relatives or friends know where you plan to be. Prepare your home at least 24 hours in advance of the storm, if possible. Cover windows and doors using hurricane shutters. If you don’t have shutters, cover your windows and doors with ¾-inch plywood. Make sure your garage door is closed and anchored. Remember that serious hurricane damage can occur when wind and debris get into your house through a broken door or window. • Make sure your cell phone is fully charged to be available for K&P Emergency Messaging. Have a cell phone power bank fully charged as well in case of power outage. • Test your home smoke and carbon monoxide alarms to ensure that they are working. • Store water in plastic containers and keep in a cool, dry place or in the refrigerator. Store water in a bathtub for washing and flushing toilets. • Put copies of important documents in a safe place, preferably a waterproof container. Important documents include passports, birth certificates, insurance policies or any other documents that may be needed immediately or cannot be easily replaced. • Have enough cash for a few days; ATM’s may not work during power outages and stores might not be able to take debit and credit cards. • Make sure all of your vehicle gas tanks are full.
Emergency Preparedness Resource Guide 6 July 2026 • • • • • • • • • • • • • Avoid using candles for lighting. Use a battery-powered flashlight. Never use a candle when fueling equipment such as a kerosene heater or lantern, since the candle flame can ignite fumes from the fuel. Try to stay in an interior room or away from windows. Stay calm and do not call 911 unless it is an emergency. If flooding occurs, turn off electricity at the main breaker. During a power outage, turn off major appliances. This will minimize losing power again through a power surge and protect the equipment when power returns. Do not go outside. Flying debris from high winds is a danger. As the eye of the storm passes, there will be a short period of calm followed by rapid wind speed increases to hurricane force that will come from the opposite direction. Secure or bring inside exterior items that might become windborne, such as lawn furniture, toys and garden tools and trash cans. Fill prescriptions that might be needed and stock up on any necessary medical supplies. Keep flashlights and battery-powered radios with extra batteries on hand, along with a basic first aid kit, emergency food and water, and a non-electric can opener. Have enough non-perishable food and water for at least 72 hours. Listen to the radio or television for hurricane progress reports. Clean out gutters. Turn the refrigerator and freezer to the coldest setting in anticipation of a power outage. Open the doors only when necessary and close quickly. During a Storm
Emergency Preparedness Resource Guide 7 July 2026 After a Storm Carry a validIDsinceyoumaybe asked to show proof of residencetobeallowedback into your home neighborhood. • If youarealreadyhome,stay home to keep roadsclearforemergencyresponders and clean-up crews. • Enteryourhousewithcaution. Do not strike matches until you are certain there are no gas leaks. • Donottouchfallenorlow-hanging wires of any kind under any circumstances. Stayawayfrompuddleswith wires in or near them. Do not touch trees or other objectsincontactwithpower lines. • Callpoliceoryourutilitycompanies immediately to report hazards such as downedpowerlines,broken gas or water mains or overturned gas tanks. • Avoidareassubjecttoflooding, including low spots, canals and streams. Do notattempttodriveonaflooded road where you may be stranded or trapped sincethe depthofthewater and the condition of the road is not always obvious. • Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize flood dangers, downed wires and other hazards. • If there was flooding, be aware of snakes, insects and animals driven to higher ground. • Beaware that trees that have fallen on private property are the responsibility ofthe property owner. • Donot operate charcoal grills, propane camping stoves or generators indoors. • Ifyou have a generator, remember never to operate it inside the house, the garage or near any open door or window.
Emergency Preparedness Resource Guide 8 July 2026 Water, purifying tablets (plan for one gallon of water per person per day for seven days) Non-perishable food (a three to seven-day supply of food per person) Hand can opener Disposable plates and plastic utensils, paper napkins and paper towels. This list may assist you as you gather your items for evacuation. Pack your essentials, but pack light if going to a shelter as space will be limited. Below are recommended items for your “GO BAG” regardless if you evacuate to family, friends or shelters. In case of a power outage, take steps to ensure that food left in the refrigerator and freezer is safe. According to the United States Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service, meat, poultry, fish and eggs should be refrigerated at 40° F and frozen food at or below 0° F, which may be difficult with a prolonged power outage. Keep the refrigerator and freezer doors closed as much as possible to maintain the cold temperature. An unopened refrigerator will only keep food safely cold for about four hours. Food such as meat, poultry, fish, eggs, milk, soft cheeses, butter and leftover cooked meats, casseroles and pizza should be thrown out if they have been held above 40° F for over two hours. A full freezer will hold the temperature for approximately 48 hours (24 hours if it is half full) if the door remains closed. To be sure a particular food is cold enough take its temperature with a food thermometer. Never taste food to determine its safety. If food in the freezer defrosts, use it within one or two days. Food should never be refrozen if it has thawed completely. All utility companies monitor weather conditions and position crews to respond in the event of outages. When system wide-outages occur, restoration efforts begin with facilities that are essential for the protection of public health and safety such as hospitals, law enforcement and fire departments. After that, the areas with the largest number of outages are restored. FEMA Survival Kit Preparation List: Food and Water
Emergency Preparedness Resource Guide 9 July 2026 Prescription refills Vitamins Toothbrushes/toothpaste Bandages, gauze pads Safety pins Scissors Tweezers Adhesive tape Antiseptic spray Soap Rubbing alcohol Latex gloves Baby diapers Eye glasses, contacts, eyecare products Toilet paper Sun screen Bug repellant Baby food, formula Snacks Powdered or canned milk Pet food, if needed (Note: many Florida shelters do not allow pets) Health Needs
Emergency Preparedness Resource Guide 10 July 2026 Documents Safety Gear First Aid Kit Insurance documents Personal identification Extra money Address book Reading material, coloring activities for kids Hurricane tracking chart Raingear - poncho, umbrella Blankets, sleeping bags Hat, sun visor Work gloves Flashlights, extra batteries Boots, shoes with rigid soles Weather radio, portable radio and extra batteries During any natural disaster, you shouldn’t expect quick response times from emergency personnel -- in fact, the first 72 hours are typically up to you. A good place to start is with a good first aid kit. They usually contain most of things you'll need to treat a simple wound or a simple problem at home. Antibacterial cream, hydrogen peroxide and betadine for cuts or abrasions. Bandages in a variety of sizes and closure strips for deeper wounds. First Aid Preparation
Emergency Preparedness Resource Guide 11 July 2026 Prescriptions and over-the-counter medications like acetaminophen and ibuprofen -- for both you and your children. Consider asking your doctor for 90-day supplies of daily prescriptions, like thyroid or blood pressure meds. For allergies, make sure epi-pens are up to date and ready to go. Safety glasses or a pair of sunglasses with side panels. Insect repellent, Benadryl spray or hydrocortisone spray for bites. Keep important medications in a plastic bag ready to go if you're asked to evacuate. Get a Rescue Alert Sticker. This easy-to-use sticker will let people know that pets are inside your home. Make sure it is visible to rescue workers, and that it includes: 1) the types and number of pets in your household; 2) the name of your veterinarian; and 3) your veterinarian's phone number. If you must evacuate with your pets, and if time allows, write "EVACUATED" across the stickers. Arrange a “Safe Haven”. Arrange a “safe haven” for your pets in the event of evacuation. DO NOT LEAVE YOUR PETS BEHIND. Remember, if it isn't safe for you, it isn't safe for your pets. They may become trapped or escape and be exposed to numerous life-threatening hazards. Note, not all Red Cross disaster shelters acceptpets. It is imperative that you have determined where you will bring your pets ahead of time: • Contact your veterinarian for a list of preferred boarding kennels and facilities • Ask your local animal shelter if they provide emergency shelter or foster care for pets • Identify hotels or motels outside of your immediate area that accept pets • Ask friends and relatives outside your immediate area if they would be willing to take in your pet Caring for Pets During a Storm
Emergency Preparedness Resource Guide 12 July 2026 Special Considerations for Birds Other Considerations for your Pets Emergency and Traveling Supplies for your PetsListthe basicsupplies needed for a minimum of three days for each pet: food, water, medicine, bed, leash, muzzle, toys and a carrier for each animal. Write your pet’s name, your name and your contact information on your pet’s carrier. • Birdsshould be transported in a secure travel cage or carrier. • In coldweather, make certain you have a blanket over your pet’scage. This may also help reduce the stress of traveling. • In warmweather, carry a spray bottle to periodically moistenyour bird's feathers. Haverecent photos available and keep your bird’s leg bandsonfor identification. • If the carrier does not haveaperch, line it with paper towels that you can change frequently. Keep the carrier in as quietanarea as possible. It is particularly imperativethatbirds eat on a daily basis, so purchase a timed feeder. If you need to leaveyourbird unexpectedly, the feeder will ensure his daily feeding schedule. Have up-to-date immunizationrecordsfor your pet and keep them with your emergencyplan. Have your pet wear a collarandidentification tag and add your mobile number oryourveterinarian’s number on your pet’s ID tag. The ASPCA recommendsmicrochipping your pet as a more permanent form ofidentification. A microchip is implanted in the animal'sshoulder area, and can be read byscanneratmost animal shelters. Always bring pets indoorsatthefirstsign or warning of a storm or disaster. Pets can become disorientedandwander away from home during a crisis. Consider your evacuationrouteandcall ahead to make arrangements for boarding your pet outsideofthedanger zone at the first sign of disaster instead of waiting for an evacuationorder. • • • • • • • •
Emergency Preparedness Resource Guide 13 July 2026 • • • • • • Small animals, such as hamsters, gerbils, mice and guinea pigs, should be transported in secure carriers with bedding materials, food and food bowls. Items to keep on hand: Salt lick, extra water bottle, small hide-box or tube, a week's worth of bedding. A snake may be transported inapillowcase, but you should have permanent and secure housing for him whenyou reach a safe place. Take a sturdy bowl that is largeforyour pet to soak in. It’s also a good ideato bring along a heating pad or otherwarming device, such as a hot water bottle. Lizards can be transported likebirds (see above). Items to keep on hand: Catch net, heavy towel, blanket or sheet to cover cage, cage liner. Special Considerations for Reptiles Special Considerations for Small Animals HELPFUL RESOURCE LINKS FOR HURRICANE PREPAREDNESS PBG Office of Emergency Management Preparedness Palm Beach County Special Needs Shelters Palm Beach County Pet Friendly Shelters Martin County Hurricane Information St Lucie County Disaster Preparedness Guide National Hurricane Center Emergency Medication Refill Info Collier County Hurricane-Preparedness Lee County Emergency Management Lee County Special Medical Needs Program Charlotte County Hurricane Information Charlotte County Special Needs Shelters Stay Informed Charlotte County Babcock Ranch Hurricane-Preparedness Community ISD – Hurricane Preparedness
Emergency Preparedness Resource Guide 14 July 2026 EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT Broward: (954) 831-3900 Charlotte: (941) 833-4000 Collier: (239) 252-3600 Glades: (863) 946-6020 Hendry: (863) 674-5400 Indian River: (772) 226-3900 Lee: (239) 533-0622 Martin: (772) 287-1652 Orange: (407) 836-9140 Osceola: (407) 742-9000 Palm Beach: (561) 712-6400 St. Lucie: (772) 462-8100 OFFICES *List supplied by FEMA – May be subject to change The Babcock Ranch Field House is designed to serve as an emergency shelter during hurricanes. Activation of the Field House as an emergency shelter is managed by one of the regional counties for their operational use and will remain as an emergency shelter until it is no longer required. Located @ 43281 Cypress Parkway, Babcock Ranch, FL 33982
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