The City of Sanford advises residents to develop an emergency plan before a storm. The plan should begin with answering five key questions about receiving alerts, shelter location, evacuation routes, communication contacts and the condition of an emergency kit. Households are then encouraged to tailor the plan to specific needs such as age‑related care, medical and dietary requirements, pets and regular travel locations.
The guidance recommends writing the plan down, including names, phone numbers, medical information and meeting places, and keeping copies in accessible locations such as the refrigerator, a vehicle and a digital backup. Finally, families should spend a short amount of time practicing the plan, including locating the safest room and confirming that everyone knows how to contact the designated emergency person.
Press release issued by City of Sanford:
https://sanfordfl.gov/do-you-have-an-emergency-plan/
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