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Added section on evacuation and what to do during cyclone
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*Ensure you are getting your emergency information and news from an authoritative source. Sign up to any bulletins or services you need to | *Ensure you are getting your emergency information and news from an authoritative source. Sign up to any bulletins or services you need to | ||
*Ensure you have a working AM/FM radio in case mobile networks and your Internet connection fail | *Ensure you have a working AM/FM radio in case mobile networks and your Internet connection fail. Have extra pre-charged replacement batteries ready | ||
*Check you have the correct emergency numbers for your region | *Check you have the correct emergency numbers for your region | ||
*Charge all mobile phones and check you have backup battery power with which to charge them | *Charge all mobile phones and check you have backup battery power with which to charge them | ||
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*Consider elevating the heating system, water heater, and electric panel if possible | *Consider elevating the heating system, water heater, and electric panel if possible | ||
==Preparing to leave== | |||
It is possible you are instructed to evacuate. Alternatively, you may be given the option to stay. It is recommended to chose the former if you can do so safely as if you stay you may be without power and supplies for several days, unable to receive the help you need. Be sure you have an updated list of known shelters near you, if they exist. | |||
===Evacuating=== | |||
*If you are urged evacuate, do so immediately | |||
*Take your 'Go Kit' with you | |||
*Only follow the recommended routes to the shelter or pickup location. Other routes may be blocked and trap you | |||
*Once in the safe zone or shelter, do not try to return home until advised to | |||
==During the cyclone== | |||
*Take shelter in the dedicated storm shelter or the most interior room of your home safest from high winds and risk of flooding | |||
*Keep away from glass windows and large doors | |||
*If flooding of your home looks likely, try to move to higher ground in advance. If this is not possible move to the highest interior point of the building you are in. | |||
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