Hurricane Season Outlook 2009
June 1, 2009
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Handout: Flood Safety Checklist
May 16, 2009Be prepared for flooding before, during, and after the storm:
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Swine Flu: Safety Checklist
April 30, 2009This flier helps you answer three common questions about the flu:
1. What should I do to avoid getting sick?
2. Do I have the flu?
3. What should I do when someone is sick?
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If you are unable to view this document you can also download the pdf.
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Swine Flu: Simple Actions to Stay Healthy
April 29, 2009
There are everyday actions people can take to stay healthy and stop the spread of germs.
- Wash hands frequently with soap and water or an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
- Avoid or minimize contact with sick people (a minimum three feet distancing is recommended).
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth.
- Cover your mouth and nose with tissues when you cough and sneeze. If you don’t have a tissue, cough or sneeze into the crook of your elbow.
- Stay away from others as much as possible when you are sick.
For general flu preparedness tips, see the American Red Cross Seasonal Flu Checklist in English and Spanish [PDF].
For more information on Human Swine Flu (H1N1), visit the CDC information page on swine flu (H1N1) or call 1-800-CDC-INFO (1-800-232-4636).
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Swine Flu: Preparedness Resources
April 29, 2009The Centers for Disease Control is advising people to prepare for Swine flu (H1N1):
- For more information on Swine Flu (H1N1), visit the CDC information page on the Swine flu (H1N1) or call 1-800-CDC-INFO (1-800-232-4636).
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Swine Flu: Get a Kit, Make a Plan, Be Informed
April 28, 2009
U.S. government officials declared a public health emergency due to the current Swine flu (H1N1) outbreak. The Red Cross offers three simple steps to get prepared for Swine flu (H1N1) and other emergencies.
- Get a Kit: 2-week supply of food and water; first aid kit; extra supplies of medication, sanitation and personal hygiene items.
- Make a Plan: Meet with members of your household and discuss what you would do if the Swine flu (H1N1) spreads to your community.
- Be Informed: Pay attention to local news reports and follow the guidance of local and national public health officials.
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South Carolina Wildfires: Safety Tips
April 23, 2009Here are some tips if you are evacuating:
- Wear protective clothing–sturdy shoes, cotton or woolen clothing, long pants, a long-sleeved shirt, gloves, and a handkerchief to protect your face.
- Take your pets. The American Red Cross cannot accept pets in shelters due to FDA regulations; however the Red Cross has partnered with local animal hospitals and rescue organizations to make arrangement for pets. There is limited space for evacuees’ pets at either the Murrells Inlet Veterinary Hospital at 843-651-3355 or the Saint Frances Animal Hospital at 843-249-1988.
- Take your Disaster Supplies Kit.
- Lock your home.
- Tell someone when you left and where you are going. Also, register on the Red Cross website, Safe and Well.
- Choose a route away from fire hazards. Watch for changes in the speed and direction of fire and smoke.
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Flooding along the Red River: How to prepare
March 24, 2009
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Red River Flooding: Preparing yourself emotionally
March 23, 2009
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Red River Floods: The Red Cross Prepares
March 22, 2009Many communities in North Dakota, South Dakota, and Minnesota are preparing for possible flooding along the Red River. The American Red Cross is in the process of pre-positioning supplies in the area including sending:
- Thousands of ready to eat meals
- 1,500 clean up kits
- 3 mobile feeding units
- Additional Red Cross workers
Over the next several days and weeks, the Red Cross will monitor the situation and determine the need for additional supplies and personnel.
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