Manatee County Emergency Management All Hazards Survival Guide

This guide could not have been completed by the Manatee County Emergency Management Division with out the help of many Manatee County Government and Private Agencies. Many thanks go to all who helped and notably to; the Manatee County Chapter of the American Red Cross, The Manatee County Sheriffs Office, Fire Chiefs Association, Marine Rescue, Code Enforcement, Emergency Medical Service and Emergency Medical Service Billing for a Spanish translation of this guide.

Introduction

The purpose of this handbook is to provide disaster preparedness related information to save lives. It provides individuals and families with information and guidance on what can and should be done to increase your chances of survival in the event of a disaster.

Disasters and emergencies affecting large areas and many people can either develop quickly or be preceded by a built-up period that provides more time for implementation of protective measures. For example, the path of a hurricane can be tracked for days and people in probable danger areas are notified before the storm strikes land.

Individuals and families can prepare for any type of emergency using the guidance offered in this handbook as a foundation. Your survival depends on your actions and preparations.

For additional information, contact the Manatee County Emergency Management Division at 941-748-4501.

As the Storm Approaches
Before the Start of Hurricane Season
Boating Interests
Door Dam
Evacuation Routes - Primary and Secondary
Flash Flooding
Shelter-In-Place
Generator Tips
Hurricane Evacuation Checklist
Hurricane Information
Survival Kit - Recommended Items
If you Must Evacuate
Insurance Preparation
Insurance Recovery
Local Mitigation Information
Local Radio and Television Stations
Mosquitos
Personal Hurricane Conditions
Pets Interests
Post Hurricane/All Clear
Preparing for the Storm
Project Impact
Special Needs Program
The Disaster Preparedness Program
Thunderstorms and Lightning
Tornadoes
Web Pages and other Important Information
Wild Fires