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Evacuation Shelters
The American Red Cross will open evacuation shelters at noon today (Oct. 29), at the following locations for people needing to leave their home during the weather events related to Sandy:
Berks County: Reading High School, 801 N. 13th Street, Reading, PA
Lehigh/Northampton counties: UGI, 2121 City Line Road, Bethlehem, PA
Luzerne County:
Dallas High School, Conyngham Avenue, Dallas, PA
GAR High School, 250 South Grant Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA
Luzerne County Community College, 1333 S. Prospect Street, Nanticoke, PA
The Red Cross will provide cots and blankets, meals and emotional care. Anyone evacuating to a Red Cross shelter should bring essential items for each member of the family:
Prescriptions and emergency medications
Foods that meet unusual dietary requirements
Identification to show residence is in affected area and important personal documents
Extra clothing, pillows, blankets, hygiene supplies and other comfort items
Supplies needed for children and infants, such as diapers, formula and toys
Special items for family members who are elderly or disabled
The Red Cross is working with County Animal Response Teams and other organizations to provide pet sheltering to co-locate with the Red Cross shelter. Please bring a leash, food, water and other supplies for your pet.
Important Infomation
Sources: CNN / American Red Cross, Federal Emergency Management Agency, National Hurricane Center More Helpful Tips on Storm Prep:
Download an application to your Smartphone that can notify people where you are, and if you need help or are safe. The American Red Cross has a Hurricane App available in the Apple App Store and the Google Play Store. A first aid app is also available.
Use hurricane shutters or board up windows and doors with 5/8 inch plywood.
Bring outside items in if they could be picked up by the wind.
Clear gutters of debris.
Reinforce the garage door.
Turn the refrigerator to its coldest setting in case power goes off. Use a cooler to keep from opening the doors on the freezer or refrigerator.
Fill a bathtub with water.
Get full tank of gas in one car.
Go over the evacuation plan with the family, and learn alternate routes to safety.
Learn the location of the nearest shelter or nearest pet-friendly shelter.
Put an ax in your attic in case of severe flooding.
Evacuate if ordered and stick to marked evacuation routes, if possible.
Store important documents passports, Social Security cards, birth certificates, deeds in a watertight container.
Have a current inventory of household property.
Leave a note to say where you are going.
Unplug small appliances and electronics before you leave.
If possible, turn off the electricity, gas and water for residence.
Here is a suggested list of supplies:
A three-day supply of water, one gallon per person per day.
Three days of food, with suggested items including: canned meats, canned or dried fruits, canned vegetables, canned juice, peanut butter, jelly, salt-free crackers, energy/protein bars, trail mix/nuts, dry cereal, cookies or other comfort food.
A can opener.
Flashlight(s).
A battery-powered radio, preferably a weather radio.
Extra batteries.
A first aid kit, including latex gloves; sterile dressings; soap/cleaning agent; antibiotic ointment; burn ointment; adhesive bandages in small, medium and large sizes; eye wash; a thermometer; aspirin/pain reliever; anti-diarrhea tablets; antacids; laxatives; small scissors; tweezers; petroleum jelly.
A small fire extinguisher.
Whistles for each person.
A seven-day supply of medications.
Vitamins.
A multipurpose tool, with pliers and a screwdriver.
Cell phones and chargers.
Contact information for the family.
A sleeping bag for each person.
Extra cash.
A silver foil emergency blanket.
A map of the area.
Baby supplies.
Pet supplies.
Wet wipes.
A camera (to document storm damage).
Insect repellent.
Rain gear.
Tools and supplies for securing your home.
Plastic sheeting.
Duct tape.
Dust masks.
An extra set of house keys.
An extra set of car keys.
An emergency ladder to evacuate the second floor.
Household bleach.
Paper cups, plates and paper towels.
Activities for children.
Charcoal and matches, if you have a portable grill. But only use it outside.
American Red Cross Tips on what to do after the storm arrives:
Continue listening to a NOAA Weather Radio or the local news for the latest updates.
Stay alert for extended rainfall and subsequent flooding even after the hurricane or tropical storm has ended.
If you evacuated, return home only when officials say it is safe.
Drive only if necessary and avoid flooded roads and washed out bridges.
Keep away from loose or dangling power lines and report them immediately to the power company.
Stay out of any building that has water around it.
Inspect your home for damage. Take pictures of damage, both of the building and its contents, for insurance purposes.
Use flashlights in the dark. Do NOT use candles.
Avoid drinking or preparing food with tap water until you are sure it's not contaminated.
Check refrigerated food for spoilage. If in doubt, throw it out.
Wear protective clothing and be cautious when cleaning up to avoid injury.
Watch animals closely and keep them under your direct control.
American Red Cross Tips on what to do after the storm arrives:
Continue listening to a NOAA Weather Radio or the local news for the latest updates.
Stay alert for extended rainfall and subsequent flooding even after the hurricane or tropical storm has ended.
If you evacuated, return home only when officials say it is safe.
Drive only if necessary and avoid flooded roads and washed out bridges.
Keep away from loose or dangling power lines and report them immediately to the power company.
Stay out of any building that has water around it.
Inspect your home for damage. Take pictures of damage, both of the building and its contents, for insurance purposes.
Use flashlights in the dark. Do NOT use candles.
Avoid drinking or preparing food with tap water until you are sure it's not contaminated.
Check refrigerated food for spoilage. If in doubt, throw it out.
Wear protective clothing and be cautious when cleaning up to avoid injury.
Watch animals closely and keep them under your direct control.
Use the telephone only for emergency calls.
HOW TO HELP: “This will be a large, costly relief response and we need help now,” said national Red Cross officials. “People can help by making a donation to support American Red Cross Disaster Relief online, by text or by phone.”
Donations help the Red Cross provide shelter, food, emotional support and other assistance to those affected by disasters like Hurricane Sandy. To donate, people can visit www.redcross.org, call 1-800-RED-CROSS, or text the word REDCROSS to 90999 to make a $10 donation. Contributions may also be sent to your local Red Cross chapter or to the American Red Cross, P.O. Box 37243, Washington, DC 20013.
PLEASE GIVE BLOOD. The storm has already caused the cancellation of Red Cross blood drives in the region, and more cancellations are expected. This has resulted in the loss of several hundred units of blood and platelets so far. The Red Cross has shipped blood products to hospitals in the affected area in advance of the storm as patients will still need blood and platelets despite the weather. If anyone is eligible, especially in places not affected by the storm, they are asked to please schedule a blood donation now.
To schedule a blood donation or get more information about giving blood, people can visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). To give blood, someone must be at least 17 years of age, meet weight and height requirements and be in general good health.
Donors should bring their Red Cross blood donor card or other form of positive ID with them. Some states allow 16-year-olds to give with parental consent.
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