Have a plan.  

• Know where you will evacuate to, and the best way to get there.
• Have necessary supplies kit(s) ready to use.

If an evacuation order has been issued... 

Unplug electrical equipment, such as radios and televisions, and small appliances, such as toasters and microwaves.

• turn off gas, electricity, and water to the house.

Assemble a supplies kit for your home, work and car.  http://www.fema.gov/plan/prepare/supplykit.shtm
Home:

• keep it in a designated place, make sure everyone in the family knows where it is.
• It should contain essential food, water, and supplies for at least three days.

Work:

• One container that is ready to grab and go in case you are evacuated from your workplace.
• Make sure you have food and water, and comfortable walking shoes

Car:

• Kit should contain food, water, first aid supplies, flares, jumper cables, and seasonal supplies

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For special needs patients:

• Identify any special needs/disabilities an individual has and plan accordingly ahead of time. See the following link for suggestions - http://www.fema.gov/plan/prepare/specialplans.shtm

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For Parents with babies and/or small children

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