Being Prepared...Emergency/Disaster Plans Links

So that are readers have QUICK access to needed links in an Emergency, we have compiled from the HHS COSOP site the following links for citizens in and around Indian Point. As we move forward, we will add to this list, and place a link to this post on our side bar. If you have suggested links please leave them in the comments section.

HHS COSOP

Natural Disasters

Natural Disasters are naturally occurring events which can directly or indirectly cause severe threats to public health and/or well-being. Because they are naturally occurring natural disasters pose an ever present threat which can only be dealt with through proper planning and preparedness. Information on the major sources of natural disasters have been provided here to help educate the public on their cause and effects as they relate to emergency planning.

Earthquake Fire or Wildfire Flood & Dam Failure Hurricane & High Wind Landslide

Thunderstorm Tsunami Volcano Extreme Cold Extreme Heat

Man Made Disasters

Man-made disasters are events which, either intentionally or by accident cause severe threats to public health and well-being. Because their occurrence is unpredictable, man-made disasters pose an especially challenging threat that must be dealt with through vigilance, and proper preparedness and response. Information on the major sources of man-made disasters is provided here to help educate the public on their cause and effects as they relate to emergency planning.

Bioterrorism Chemical Agents Pandemics and Diseases Make A Plan Family Emergency Plans Neighborhood and Apartment Emergency Plans Hi-Rise Building Plans School and Workplace Plans NOAA Warning Emergency Alert System (EAS) National Weather Service –Severe Weather Forecast NOAA Streaming Weather Radio – All Hazards NOAA Weather Radio Frequencies – All Hazards Know Your Contacts State Offices and Agencies of Emergency Management (FEMA) State Health Agencies (FDA) Local Red Cross Offices Natural Disasters Earthquake Fire or Wildfire Flood & Dam Failure Hurricane & High Wind Landslide Thunderstorm Tornadoes Tsunami Volcano Extreme Cold Extreme Heat Man-made Disasters Bioterrorism Bioterrorism Agents (CDC) Bioterrorism Overview (CDC) Bioterrorism Chemical Emergencies (CDC) Overview (CDC) When to Evacuate due to Chemical Agents (CDC) When to Shelter-in-Place due to Chemical Agents (CDC) Pandemic Influenza and Diseases Dealing with an Influenza Pandemic (Ready.gov) Key facts about Influenza and the Influenza Vaccine (CDC) Influenza Pandemic Planning (Pandemicflu.gov) What to do if you get sick? (CDC) Radiation Emergencies Radiation Emergencies (CDC) Radiation Emergencies Frequently Asked Questions (CDC) When to Evacuate due to a Radiation Emergency (CDC) When to Shelter-in-Place due to a Radiation Emergency (CDC) Terrorism Are You Ready (FEMA) Things You Can Do Plan Family Emergency Planning (Ready.gov) Planning with Kids (Ready.gov) Just in case - Family Plan (Ready.gov) Persons with Special Needs: Pregnant Women (CDC) People With Chronic Conditions (CDC) People With Disabilities (CDC) Patients or Participants in Clinical Studies (CDC) Older Americans: Communications Planning (Ready.gov) Pet Emergency Planning (Red Cross) Farm & Barnyard Emergency Planning (Red Cross) Financial Planning (Red Cross) Prepare Emergency Supplies (Ready.gov ) In Your First Aid Kit (Ready.gov) Medical records preparation (CDC) Unique Family Needs (Ready.gov) Older Americans (Ready.gov) Special Needs (Ready.gov) Communications Planning (Ready.gov) Respond Evacuation (Red Cross) Seeking Assistance (FEMA) Dealing with Traumatic Events and Mental Stress (SAMHSA) Rebuilding (FEMA) Dealing with Injury: Burns (CDC) Emergency Wound Care After a Natural Disaster (CDC) Traumatic Events and Mental Health: Coping With a Traumatic Event (CDC) Mental Health Aspects of Terrorism (SAMHSA) Disaster Counseling (SAMHSA) After a Disaster: Self-Care Tips for Dealing with Stress (SAMHSA) How to Deal With Grief (SAMHSA) Recognizing and Reducing Anxiety in Times of Crisis (SAMHSA) The Long-term Impact of a Traumatic Event: What to Expect in Your Personal, Family, Work, and Financial Life (SAMHSA) Anniversary Reactions to a Traumatic Event: The Recovery Process Continues (SAMHSA) A Guide For Older Adults (SAMHSA) Please review our other information on Traumatic Events and Mental Health Teachers: Tips for Teachers: How to Help Children Cope With War (SAMHSA) Talking with Young Children about War and Terrorism (SAMHSA) Talking with School-Age Children about War and Terrorism (SAMHSA) Talking with Teenagers about War and Terrorism (SAMHSA) Tips for Teachers: How to Help Children Cope With War (SAMHSA) Marking Disaster Anniversaries in the Classroom (SAMHSA) Questions to Help Children Talk About a Disaster (SAMHSA)