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APPENDIX A: JOB AIDS<br />

Sample Checklist:<br />

Job Aid 3.1<br />

Templates for Written <strong>Communication</strong>s (Continued)<br />

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW IF YOU HAVE TO EVACUATE<br />

In spite of tireless sandbagging efforts by friends and charitable strangers, the powerful<br />

floodwater cannot always be stopped. Some of us have already evacuated our homes. For<br />

others, evacuation is imminent. Whenever the water wins the battle, there is pain and loss.<br />

And by the time someone is forced to leave, often their energy is depleted and safety may be<br />

threatened. By preparing an evacuation plan in advance, flood victims can ensure that<br />

necessities are packed and the route is planned.<br />

If possible, gather important family documents and place them in a waterproof, portable<br />

container. Examples of documents you may save include:<br />

Insurance policies, wills, contracts, deeds, stock certificates and bonds<br />

Passports, social security cards, immunization records<br />

Bank account numbers, safe deposit box information<br />

Credit card account numbers and companies<br />

Inventory of valuable household goods, important telephone numbers<br />

Family records (birth, marriage, death certificates)<br />

Valuable photographs<br />

Here is a checklist of what you should have ready before you are forced to leave:<br />

Battery operated radio and spare batteries<br />

Flashlight and extra batteries<br />

First aid kit and manual<br />

Three-day supply of nonperishable foods and water (one gallon per day per person)<br />

Essential prescription and nonprescription medicines<br />

Mess kit (or paper plates, cups, and plastic utensils)<br />

Baby supplies such as formula, bottle, diapers, powdered milk and medications<br />

Nonelectric can opener<br />

All purpose knife<br />

Toilet paper<br />

Soap, liquid detergent<br />

Feminine supplies<br />

Personal hygiene items<br />

Contact lenses, solution, and extra eyeglasses<br />

Denture supplies<br />

Complete change of clothing and footwear for each household member<br />

Sturdy shoes or work boots<br />

Rain gear<br />

-more-<br />

<strong>Effective</strong> <strong>Communication</strong> Page A.9

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