1	"WOULD YOU KNOW WHAT TO..." WOULD YOU KNOW WHAT TO DO IN THE EVENT OF AN EMERGENCY? Steps that you can take Today to be Prepared Tomorrow Presented by City of Medford - Police Department and the Northeast Homeland Security Regional Advisory Council (NERAC)
2	"City of Medford is part..." City of Medford is part of a public information campaign:
3	"City of Medford and the..." City of Medford and the Northeast Homeland Security Regional Advisory Council have teamed up to educate our residents about the homeland security alert levels and the importance of emergency preparedness. The Northeast region is made up of 85 cities and towns in Northeastern Massachusetts. Our state is divided into five homeland security planning regions.
4	"Communities in the Northeast Homeland..." Communities in the Northeast Homeland Security Planning Region
5	"Communities in the Northeast Homeland..." Communities in the Northeast Homeland Security Planning Region
6	"Communities in the Northeast Homeland..." Communities in the Northeast Homeland Security Region
7	"The tragedy of September 11" The tragedy of September 11, 2001 and recent world events have made us all aware how vulnerable we are to potential terrorist attacks and other emergency situations. As citizens we have a responsibility to our family, friends and neighbors to be informed, and be prepared for any emergency at all times. The goal of the Security in Knowledge campaign is to provide tools to keep our citizens informed, prepared and ultimately safer in the event of an emergency.
8	"City of Medford is committed..." City of Medford is committed to educating the public about terrorist alert levels and how to prepare in the event of an emergency. City of Medford has put together this guide to help our residents learn the steps to take to prepare for an emergency. An emergency is defined as a serious situation that arises quickly and threatens the life or welfare of a person or a group of people. It can be a health crisis, a terrorist threat, a natural disaster, a chemical spill or a house fire.
9	"When an emergency strikes there..." When an emergency strikes there is often little time to prepare. Today we’ll outline some simple steps that you can take to be informed, be prepared and be safe. Homeland Security Alert Levels Emergency Supply Kit Home/Pet Evacuation Plan City of Medford Emergency Planning
10	"Be Informed" Be Informed.
11	"Be Informed" Be Informed: Homeland Security Alert Levels The Homeland Security Alert Levels were developed after 9/11 by the Department of Homeland Security as a threat-based, color-coded system to communicate with first responders and the general public so that protective measures could be implemented to reduce the likelihood or impact of an attack.
12	"Be Informed" Be Informed: Homeland Security Alert Levels The colors range from green that is associated with a “low” risk to red which is the highest level and considered a “severe” risk. There are five colors with corresponding guidelines: GREEN: Low Risk BLUE: Guarded Risk YELLOW: Elevated Risk ORANGE: High Risk RED: Severe Risk
13	"Be Informed" Be Informed: Homeland Security Alert Levels Recommended Steps at Level Green
14	"Be Informed" Be Informed: Homeland Security Alert Levels Recommended Steps at Level Blue
15	"Be Informed" Be Informed: Homeland Security Alert Levels Recommended Steps at Level Yellow
16	"Be Informed" Be Informed: Homeland Security Alert Levels Recommended Steps at Level Orange
17	"Be Informed" Be Informed: Homeland Security Alert Levels Recommended Steps at Level Red
18	"Be Prepared" Be Prepared.
19	"When an emergency strikes" When an emergency strikes, there is often very little time to prepare to leave your home. By having an emergency supply kit and evacuation plan ready you will be able to focus on the top priority: getting your family to safety.
20	Be Prepared: Emergency Supply Kit Your Emergency Supply Kit should be stored in a cool, dry place known to all family members. Keep one kit in the house and a smaller version in your car should you have to flee your home. Water and food should be replaced every six months so that they stay fresh. Review your kit annually and account for any changes in family needs.
21	Be Prepared: Emergency Supply Kit Here are some items that should be included in your Emergency Supply Kit: Three day supply of water per person (one gallon per person per day) One complete change of clothing per person Battery operated flashlight and radio with new batteries Emergency preparedness manual with contact phone numbers First aid kit Week’s supply of non-perishable food Non-electric can opener, utility knife Cash or traveler’s checks, change
22	Be Prepared: Emergency Supply Kit Emergency Supply Kit Items Continued: Blankets or sleeping bags Paper cups, plates and plastic utensils Soap, liquid detergent Toilet paper, toilettes Personal hygiene items and feminine supplies Prescription and non-prescription drugs such as aspirin, anti-diarrhea medication and antacid Think about your unique family needs and add to your Emergency Supply Kit.
23	Be Prepared: House Evacuation Plan A house evacuation plan is useful not only for disasters, but also for fires or other incidents in your home. The two most important parts of an evacuation plan are to have a clear route of escape and to choose a family meeting place.
24	Be Prepared: House Evacuation Plan If possible, have at least two escape routes from each room. Know the locations of fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, and first aid kits and know how to shut off gas, water and electricity. For small children or people with medical conditions or disabilities, know their locations as well as any special equipment.
25	Be Prepared: House Evacuation Plan Designate an out-of-state friend or family member to be your family contact. After a disaster, it’s often easier to call long distance. Everyone should carry their family contact phone numbers and have a plan to call in during an emergency.
26	Be Prepared: Animal Safety & Evacuation Pets are part of the family and should be included in your emergency preparations. In the event of an emergency, the most important thing you can do to protect your pets is to evacuate them, too. Leaving pets behind, even if you try to create a safe place for them, is likely to result in their being injured, lost, or worse.
27	Be Prepared: Animal Safety & Evacuation The American Red Cross disaster shelters cannot accept pets because of states' health and safety regulations. Plan ahead by calling area hotels and motels and ask if "no pet" policies could be waived in an emergency.
28	Be Prepared: Animal Safety & Evacuation Animal shelters and veterinarians may be able to provide shelter for animals in an emergency. Local animal shelters in the area: Boston MSPCA, 350 South Huntington Ave, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130 (617) 522-5055 http://www.mspca.org/site/PageServer Animal Rescue League of Boston, 10 Chandler Street, Boston, MA 02116 (617) 226-5645 http://www.arlboston.org/Main/directory.aspx
29	Be Prepared: Animal Safety & Evacuation Here is a list of items to include in your Pet Emergency Supply Kit: Medications and medical records (stored in a waterproof container) and a first aid kit Sturdy leashes, harnesses, and/or carriers for transporting your pets Current photos of your pets in case they get lost Food, water, bowls, cat litter/pan, and can opener Information on feeding schedules, medical conditions, and/or behavior problems Your veterinarian’s contact information Pet beds and toys, if easily transportable
30	Be Prepared: Animal Safety & Evacuation Make sure all dogs and cats are wearing securely fastened collars with up-to-date identification tags. In case of an evacuation, include your cell phone number and name of the shelter where you are staying to the id tag. The American Red Cross web site, www.redcross.org is a good resource for more information on how to care for your pets during an emergency.
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32	Be Safe: Be Alert & Aware Being safe means being alert and being aware of your surroundings. Suspicious activity means anything that appears out of the ordinary. Report all suspicious activities to local authorities. In City of Medford contact, the Medford Police Department at (Emergencies/Urgent Items call 911 – or - 781-395-1212).
33	Be Safe: Be Alert & Aware Examples of Suspicious Activities: An abandoned vehicle A person that appears to be dressed inappropriately (long overcoat in warm weather, apparent disguise) or overly anxious Excessive loitering Abandoned luggage, package or mail in a public place
34	Be Safe: Local Resources City of Medford wants you to be prepared in the event of an emergency. We have put together additional resources for you and your family.
35	Be Safe: Local Resources City of Medford Emergency Phone Numbers: Local Terrorism Threat Phone - 911 Local Police Phone – 911 or 395-1212 Local Fire Phone – 911 or 396-3900 Local Hospital(s) LMH Phone – 781-306-6000 Local Poison Control Phone – 800-222-1222 Local EMS Phone - 911
36	Be Safe: Local Resources City of Medford Evacuation Plan In the event of an emergency where residents are asked to evacuate, City of Medford has a plan in place. Follow these steps to evacuate properly. <Insert Community Specific Evacuation Plan>
37	Be Safe: Local Resources City of Medford Evacuation Plan Continued: <Insert Community Specific Evacuation Plan> <Insert School Specific Evacuation Plan(s)>
38	Be Safe: Local Resources City of Medford Additional Information Resources Community Web site(s) City of Medford www.medford.org Medford Police www.medfordpolice.com Community Cable or Government Channel (s) 15 and 16 Additional Community Information http://www.medford.k12.ma.us
39	Be Safe: Informational Resources Here are additional resources of information: www.nerac.us www.securityinknowledge.org www.mass.gov/eops www.mass.gov/mema www.mass.gov/dph www.ready.gov www.redcross.org