Disaster Response Plan
In the case of a disaster of any kind, I have prepared my home for evacuating the children and have emergency supplies for up to seventy-two hours.
Emergency supplies include:
- Drinking water
- Non-perishable food
- First aid supplies
- Battery operated radio
- Flashlights and extra batteries
- Fire extinguisher
- Emergency documents and phone numbers
- Garbage bags
It is suggested that each child have a "comfort kit" that is kept at the child care in case their parents are unable to pick them up within a short period of time following a disaster. Some ideas of what might go into such kit include:
- A photo of parents and child together
- Water bottle
- A favorite food: (snack bars, etc.)
- Space blanket
- Other: (small flash light, whistle, etc.)
The children will practice emergency procedures and evacuation on a regular basis. I have practiced turning off water, power and gas. Shelving, furniture and heavy objects on high shelves have been secured to protect against falling. I continually check my home for potential hazards. In case we have to live the house I suggest three places we might be:
1. United Methodist Church at Issaquah Pine Lake Road & 37 PL.
2. Fire Station 83 at 3425 Issaquah Pine Lake Road
3. Sunny Hills Elementary at 3200 Issaquah Pine Lake Road