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E-Learning Module for Adults

Wildfires

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Part 2: PreparednessIn part 2 of the Wildfire module , you will learn:

•How to get information about on-going wildfires.

•What you can do to be better prepared for wildfires:- Living near an area at risk.- Traveling to an area at risk.

•The importance of following advice and guidance from professionals.

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Part 2: Preparedness

Information about on-going wildfires

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Part 2: Preparedness Finding information

www.meteoalarm.eu

www.meteoalarm.eu provides information to European citizens to help prepare for extreme weather, including wildfires.

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Part 2: Preparedness Finding information

www.meteoalarm.eu

www.meteoalarm.eu provides information to European citizens to help prepare for extreme weather, including wildfires. •The system will alert you to the possible occurrence of severe weather, such as heavy rain with risk of flooding, severe thunderstorms, gale-force winds, heat waves, forest fires (wildfires), fog, snow or extreme cold with blizzards, avalanches or severe coastal tides.

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Part 2: Preparedness Finding information

www.meteoalarm.eu

www.meteoalarm.eu provides information to European citizens to help prepare for extreme weather, including wildfires. •The system will alert you to the possible occurrence of severe weather, such as heavy rain with risk of flooding, severe thunderstorms, gale-force winds, heat waves, forest fires (wildfires), fog, snow or extreme cold with blizzards, avalanches or severe coastal tides.•In one glance you will be able to see where in Europe the weather might become extreme and/or dangerous.

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Part 2: Preparedness Finding information

www.meteoalarm.eu

www.meteoalarm.eu provides information to European citizens to help prepare for extreme weather, including wildfires. •The system will alert you to the possible occurrence of severe weather, such as heavy rain with risk of flooding, severe thunderstorms, gale-force winds, heat waves, forest fires (wildfires), fog, snow or extreme cold with blizzards, avalanches or severe coastal tides.•In one glance you will be able to see where in Europe the weather might become extreme and/or dangerous. •Visit www.meteoalarm.eu . This site integrates severe weather information originating from the official National Public Weather Services across a large number of European countries. This information is presented in a simple and consistent way to make it easier to compare and interpret.

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When using www.meteoalarm.eu, click on the forest fire icon to find out about forest fires and wildfires across Europe. A copy of the icon is shown on the right.

Part 2: Preparedness Finding information

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www.meteoalarm.eu

The participating countries are:Austria, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Belgium, Bulgaria, Switzerland, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Germany, Denmark, Estonia, Spain, Finland, France, Greece, Croatia, Hungary, Ireland, Iceland, Italy, Luxemburg, Latvia, Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, Malta, Montenegro, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Serbia, Sweden, Slovenia, Slovakia, United Kingdom.

www.meteoalarm.eu is developed for EUMETNET, the Network of European Meteorological Services. This initiative is supported by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO).

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www.meteoalarm.eu

The participating countries are:Austria, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Belgium, Bulgaria, Switzerland, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Germany, Denmark, Estonia, Spain, Finland, France, Greece, Croatia, Hungary, Ireland, Iceland, Italy, Luxemburg, Latvia, Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, Malta, Montenegro, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Serbia, Sweden, Slovenia, Slovakia, United Kingdom.

www.meteoalarm.eu is developed for EUMETNET, the Network of European Meteorological Services. This initiative is supported by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO).

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Part 2: Preparedness Finding information

National meteorological services from each country will provide information and alerts on severe weather. Check the weather forecasts to see if the weather conditions are favourable to the ignition and spreading of a wildfire (dry weather, wind, etc.).

National meteorological services

The next slides contain a list of the meteorological services from the EU and neighbouring countries.

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National meteorological services Germany Deutscher Wetterdienst (DWD) www.dwd.deUnited Kingdom Met Office www.metoffice.gov.uk France Météo-France www.meteo.fr Italy Ufficio Generale Spazio Aereo e Meteorologia (USAM) - Reparto Meteorologia

www.meteoam.it/Spain Agencia Estatal de Meteorología (AEMET), Ministerio de Agricultura,

Alimentación y Medio Ambiente www.aemet.esNetherlands Koninklijk Nederlands Meteorologisch Instituut (KNMI) www.knmi.nl Switzerland MeteoSchweiz / MétéoSuisse / MeteoSvizzera www.meteoschweiz.chBelgium Institut Royal Météorologique de Belgique (IRM) / Koninklijk Meteorologisch

Instituut van België (KMI) www.kmi.beSweden Sveriges meteorologiska och hydrologiska institut (SMHI) www.smhi.se

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Part 2: Preparedness Finding information

National meteorological servicesAustria Zentralanstalt für Meteorologie und Geodynamik (ZAMG):www.zamg.ac.atNorway Meteorologisk institutt (met.no):www.met.noPoland Instytut Meteorologii i Gospodarki Wodnej (IMGW):www.imgw.plDenmark Danmarks Meteorologiske Institut (DMI):www.dmi.dkGreece Εθνική Μετεωρολογική Υπηρεσία (HNMS):www.hnms.grFinland Ilmatieteen laitos / Meteorologiska institutet (FMI):www.fmi.fiPortugal Instituto de Meteorologia (IM):www.meteo.ptIreland Met Éireann:www.met.ieCzech Republic Český hydrometeorologický ústav (CHMI), Družicové Oddělení:www.chmi.czHungary Országos Meteorológiai Szolgálat (OMSZ):www.met.huRomania Országos Meteorológiai Szolgálat (OMSZ): www.met.hu

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National meteorological services and their websiteSlovakia Slovenský hydrometeorologický ústav (SHMU):www.shmu.skCroatia Državni hidrometeorološki zavod (DHMZ):www.meteo.hrSlovenia Agencija Republike Slovenije za Okolje (ARSO):www.arso.gov.siLuxembourg Administration de la navigation aérienne:www.aeroport.public.luLatvia Latvijas Vides, ģeoloģijas un meteoroloģijas aģentūra (LVGMA):www.meteo.lvLithuania Lietuvos hidrometeorologijos tarnyba (LHS), prie Aplinkos ministerijos:

www.meteo.ltIceland Veðurstofa Íslands:www.vedur.isEstonia Keskkonnaagentuur (KAUR):www.emhi.eeBulgaria Национален институт по метеорология и хидрология (INMH):

www.meteo.bgSerbia Republic Hydrometeorological Service of Serbia:www.hidmet.gov.rs

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UK FIRE SEVERITY INDEXYou can also click here to check the UK Fire Severity Index (FSI). The

FSI shows any areas of the country which are forecasted to experience conditions favourable for the ignition and spread of

wildfires.

Click here to read a factsheet about the FSI.

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What communication methods will be used to inform the public of a an on-going wildfire?

At any stage of the wildfire disaster, it may be necessary to warn members of the public.

The following communication methods may be used by the authorities to inform local people about the wildfire:

- Door to door visits. - Information via loud speakers.- Information through media, radio, social media, etc.

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Other means of finding out

information about on-going wildfires

include:

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Radio

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Other means of finding out

information about on-going wildfires

include:

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RadioTelevision

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Other means of finding out

information about on-going wildfires

include:

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Emergency Services and Local Authority Websites

RadioTelevision

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Other means of finding out

information about on-going wildfires

include:

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Emergency Services and Local Authority Websites

RadioTelevision

Social media

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Other means of finding out

information about on-going wildfires

include:

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Emergency Services and Local Authority Websites

RadioTelevision

SmartphoneSocial media

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What can you do to be better prepared?

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Part 2: Preparedness How to be better prepared?

Home Emergency Plan

To be able to react safely during an emergency (such as a wildfire, storm, flood or loss of power etc.), it is important to be prepared. A good way to be prepared is to make an emergency plan for your home. If you are a parent, then make sure you involve your children and anyone else who lives with you. Every member of your household should know the plan and should know what to do if there is an emergency.

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Home Emergency Plan

To be able to react safely during an emergency (such as a wildfire, storm, flood or loss of power etc.), it is important to be prepared. A good way to be prepared is to make an emergency plan for your home. If you are a parent, then make sure you involve your children and anyone else who lives with you. Every member of your household should know the plan and should know what to do if there is an emergency.

An emergency plan is a plan of what to do during an emergency and what you will need to do before leaving your home in an emergency. The next few slides contain some suggestions for what to include within your Home Emergency Plan.

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Who to contact and how?•Know where to meet and how to contact each other in an emergency•Identify an agreed meeting place in case you are not together or able to contact each other•Make a list of the most important contact numbers:Electricity and gas supplier, water company, telephone provider, doctor, school, work, Floodline or similar, local council, home insurance provider, etc. (See template)

Content of your

Emergency Plan (1)

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Who to contact and how?•Know where to meet and how to contact each other in an emergency•Identify an agreed meeting place in case you are not together or able to contact each other•Make a list of the most important contact numbers:Electricity and gas supplier, water company, telephone provider, doctor, school, work, Floodline or similar, local council, home insurance provider, etc. (See template)

Who can you help and who can help you?• Be aware of people around you who can help

or who may need helpContent of

your Emergency

Plan (1)

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Who to contact and how?•Know where to meet and how to contact each other in an emergency•Identify an agreed meeting place in case you are not together or able to contact each other•Make a list of the most important contact numbers:Electricity and gas supplier, water company, telephone provider, doctor, school, work, Floodline or similar, local council, home insurance provider, etc. (See template)

Who can you help and who can help you?• Be aware of people around you who can help

or who may need help

What can be moved – e.g. in case of flood?

•Furniture, cars, electronics, personal belongings, etc.

Content of your

Emergency Plan (1)

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Who to contact and how?•Know where to meet and how to contact each other in an emergency•Identify an agreed meeting place in case you are not together or able to contact each other•Make a list of the most important contact numbers:Electricity and gas supplier, water company, telephone provider, doctor, school, work, Floodline or similar, local council, home insurance provider, etc. (See template)

Who can you help and who can help you?• Be aware of people around you who can help

or who may need helpWhat about any pets?

•Are you able to bring them to the evacuation centre? •How will you transport them?

What can be moved – e.g. in case of flood?

•Furniture, cars, electronics, personal belongings, etc.

Content of your

Emergency Plan (1)

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Who to contact and how?•Know where to meet and how to contact each other in an emergency•Identify an agreed meeting place in case you are not together or able to contact each other•Make a list of the most important contact numbers:Electricity and gas supplier, water company, telephone provider, doctor, school, work, Floodline or similar, local council, home insurance provider, etc. (See template)

Who can you help and who can help you?• Be aware of people around you who can help

or who may need helpWhat about any pets?

•Are you able to bring them to the evacuation centre? •How will you transport them?

What can be moved – e.g. in case of flood?

•Furniture, cars, electronics, personal belongings, etc.

Check your insurance•Make sure it covers your home and contents in case of a natural disaster•Keep a copy of your insurance provider and policy number and take it with you if you need to evacuate

Content of your

Emergency Plan (1)

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Content of your

Emergency Plan (2)

Know your way out of your home in case of fire

•Where are the keys kept when the door is locked?•Practice finding way out crawling on the floor and blindfolded

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Content of your

Emergency Plan (2)

Know your way out of your home in case of fire

•Where are the keys kept when the door is locked?•Practice finding way out crawling on the floor and blindfolded

Emergency numberCall 999 if someone is ill, injured or in a potentially life-threatening situation

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Content of your

Emergency Plan (2)

Know your way out of your home in case of fire

•Where are the keys kept when the door is locked?•Practice finding way out crawling on the floor and blindfolded

Remember a grab bag a bag containing essential items you will need if you have to leave your

home

Emergency numberCall 999 if someone is ill, injured or in a potentially life-threatening situation

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Content of your

Emergency Plan (2)

Know how and where to turn off electricity, gas and water?

•Consider marking your utility cut-off points so you do not miss any.

Know your way out of your home in case of fire

•Where are the keys kept when the door is locked?•Practice finding way out crawling on the floor and blindfolded

Remember a grab bag a bag containing essential items you will need if you have to leave your

home

Emergency numberCall 999 if someone is ill, injured or in a potentially life-threatening situation

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Home Emergency Plan

Make sure you practise your Home Emergency Plan with your family and household. It is important that you all know it and know what to do in case of an emergency. This will help keep you safe and possibly help you to save your most important belongings. Pretend there is an emergency and try to follow the plan, escape the house and find a place of safety.

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Checklist - Emergency Plan

Check if there is any telephone warning systems □Check if your insurance covers □Check if there is anything you can do to protect your property □Make an emergency plan and grab bag □Identify who can help you/who you can help □Check everyone in the household knows the plan □Practise your emergency plan □Store personal and sentimental belongings in a safe place □Make sure everyone knows how to call the emergency services □

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Image courtesy of John Kasawa at FreeDigitalPhotos.net

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How to make a grab bag?

Consider putting together an emergency “Grab Bab” of essential items and information which you might need if you have to leave your home in a hurry.

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Image courtesy of John Kasawa at FreeDigitalPhotos.net

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How to make a grab bag?

Consider putting together an emergency “Grab Bab” of essential items and information which you might need if you have to leave your home in a hurry.

It is not necessary to have all of your grab bag items in the “bag”, but be aware of where they are so you can gather them quickly if you are asked to evacuate your home at short notice.

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Image courtesy of John Kasawa at FreeDigitalPhotos.net

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How to make a grab bag?

Consider putting together an emergency “Grab Bab” of essential items and information which you might need if you have to leave your home in a hurry.

It is not necessary to have all of your grab bag items in the “bag”, but be aware of where they are so you can gather them quickly if you are asked to evacuate your home at short notice.

The “bag” could be an old holdall or shopping bag - as long as you and your household members know what and where it is when needed.

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Suggested content for your Grab

bag

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A copy of your home Emergency Plan / checklist or list of key contacts.

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Suggested content for your Grab

bag

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A copy of your home Emergency Plan / checklist or list of key contacts.

Important documents (insurance policies, deeds, passports, birth and/or marriage certificates, photos, etc.) If possible place these inside a waterproof bag or container.

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Suggested content for your Grab

bag

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A copy of your home Emergency Plan / checklist or list of key contacts.

Important documents (insurance policies, deeds, passports, birth and/or marriage certificates, photos, etc.) If possible place these inside a waterproof bag or container.

A torch (battery or wind-up) with spare batteries.

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Suggested content for your Grab

bag

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A copy of your home Emergency Plan / checklist or list of key contacts.

Important documents (insurance policies, deeds, passports, birth and/or marriage certificates, photos, etc.) If possible place these inside a waterproof bag or container.

A torch (battery or wind-up) with spare batteries. A radio (battery or

windup) with spare batteries.

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Suggested content for your Grab

bag

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A first aid kit.

A copy of your home Emergency Plan / checklist or list of key contacts.

Important documents (insurance policies, deeds, passports, birth and/or marriage certificates, photos, etc.) If possible place these inside a waterproof bag or container.

A torch (battery or wind-up) with spare batteries. A radio (battery or

windup) with spare batteries.

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Suggested content for your Grab

bag

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A first aid kit.

A copy of your home Emergency Plan / checklist or list of key contacts.

Important documents (insurance policies, deeds, passports, birth and/or marriage certificates, photos, etc.) If possible place these inside a waterproof bag or container.

A torch (battery or wind-up) with spare batteries. A radio (battery or

windup) with spare batteries.

Any medications or prescriptions.

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Suggested content for your Grab

bag

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A first aid kit.

A copy of your home Emergency Plan / checklist or list of key contacts.

Important documents (insurance policies, deeds, passports, birth and/or marriage certificates, photos, etc.) If possible place these inside a waterproof bag or container.

A torch (battery or wind-up) with spare batteries. A radio (battery or

windup) with spare batteries.

Any medications or prescriptions.

Child care supplies (nappies, feeding bottles, formula, clothes etc.)

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Additional items for your Grab

Bag

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Wallet, purse, credit cards, etc.

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Additional items for your Grab

Bag

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Wallet, purse, credit cards, etc.

Toiletries and sanitary supplies.

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Additional items for your Grab

Bag

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Wallet, purse, credit cards, etc.

Toiletries and sanitary supplies.

Bottled water, energy bars, tinned food & tin opener.

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Additional items for your Grab

Bag

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Wallet, purse, credit cards, etc.

Toiletries and sanitary supplies.

Mobile phone and charger.

Bottled water, energy bars, tinned food & tin opener.

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Additional items for your Grab

Bag

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Wallet, purse, credit cards, etc.

Any special items for elderly or disabled people.

Toiletries and sanitary supplies.

Mobile phone and charger.

Bottled water, energy bars, tinned food & tin opener.

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Additional items for your Grab

Bag

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Wallet, purse, credit cards, etc.

Any special items for elderly or disabled people.

Toiletries and sanitary supplies.

Mobile phone and charger.

Bottled water, energy bars, tinned food & tin opener.

Warm clothes and blankets.

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Additional items for your Grab

Bag

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Spare house and/or car keys.

Wallet, purse, credit cards, etc.

Any special items for elderly or disabled people.

Toiletries and sanitary supplies.

Mobile phone and charger.

Bottled water, energy bars, tinned food & tin opener.

Warm clothes and blankets.

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Additional items for your Grab

Bag

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Spare house and/or car keys.

Wallet, purse, credit cards, etc.

Any special items for elderly or disabled people.

Jewellery.Toiletries and sanitary supplies.

Mobile phone and charger.

Bottled water, energy bars, tinned food & tin opener.

Warm clothes and blankets.

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Additional items for your Grab

Bag

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Other important or critical supplies you might need.

Pet carrier, collar, lead and pet food.

Notepad and pencil.

Spare spectacles or contact lenses and solution, if required.

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Part 2: Preparedness Better prepared : visiting an area at risk?If you are planning a visit of an area at risk or are

going to drive /travel to an area at high risk of wildfires:Before visiting areas that may be at potential risk of wildfires (forests, mountains, etc) it is important that you know the area well and plan you visit:

Image courtesy of marcolm at FreeDigitalPhotos.net

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Part 2: Preparedness Better prepared : visiting an area at risk?If you are planning a visit of an area at risk or are

going to drive /travel to an area at high risk of wildfires:Before visiting areas that may be at potential risk of wildfires (forests, mountains, etc) it is important that you know the area well and plan you visit: • If you are driving, walking or cycling then make sure you plan

alternative routes in case there is a fire and you need to change your plans.

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Part 2: Preparedness Better prepared : visiting an area at risk?If you are planning a visit of an area at risk or are

going to drive /travel to an area at high risk of wildfires:Before visiting areas that may be at potential risk of wildfires (forests, mountains, etc) it is important that you know the area well and plan you visit: • If you are driving, walking or cycling then make sure you plan

alternative routes in case there is a fire and you need to change your plans.

• When walking or cycling in high risk areas, try to stay on paths and tracks that provide good visibility of your surroundings. You should always stay on signposted paths when walking through protected natural areas.

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Part 2: Preparedness Better prepared : visiting an area at risk?If you are planning a visit of an area at risk or are

going to drive /travel to an area at high risk of wildfires:Before visiting areas that may be at potential risk of wildfires (forests, mountains, etc) it is important that you know the area well and plan you visit: • If you are driving, walking or cycling then make sure you plan

alternative routes in case there is a fire and you need to change your plans.

• When walking or cycling in high risk areas, try to stay on paths and tracks that provide good visibility of your surroundings. You should always stay on signposted paths when walking through protected natural areas.

• Before starting your hike or visit, go to a visitor’s information centre to find out more about the area and to inform people of where you are going. They may be able to inform you of any current risks and provide advice on where to go and where not to go.

Image courtesy of marcolm at FreeDigitalPhotos.net

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Part 2: Preparedness Better prepared : visiting an area at risk?If you are planning a visit of an area at risk or are

going to drive /travel to an area at high risk of wildfires:Before visiting areas that may be at potential risk of wildfires (forests, mountains, etc) it is important that you know the area well and plan you visit: • If you are driving, walking or cycling then make sure you plan

alternative routes in case there is a fire and you need to change your plans.

• When walking or cycling in high risk areas, try to stay on paths and tracks that provide good visibility of your surroundings. You should always stay on signposted paths when walking through protected natural areas.

• Before starting your hike or visit, go to a visitor’s information centre to find out more about the area and to inform people of where you are going. They may be able to inform you of any current risks and provide advice on where to go and where not to go.

• Carry a mobile phone with you.

Image courtesy of marcolm at FreeDigitalPhotos.net

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Part 2: Preparedness How to be better prepared?

Emergency Car Kit

Consider putting together an emergency kit for your car in case you become stranded.

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Suggested content for

your Emergency

Car Kit

Part 2: Preparedness Driving in Wildfires

Non-perishable food (nuts, energy bars, tinned food & tin opener)

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Suggested content for

your Emergency

Car Kit

Part 2: Preparedness Driving in Wildfires

Non-perishable food (nuts, energy bars, tinned food & tin opener)

A torch (battery or wind-up) with spare batteries.

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Suggested content for

your Emergency

Car Kit

Part 2: Preparedness Driving in Wildfires

Reflective warning sign

Non-perishable food (nuts, energy bars, tinned food & tin opener)

A torch (battery or wind-up) with spare batteries.

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Suggested content for

your Emergency

Car Kit

Part 2: Preparedness Driving in Wildfires

Reflective warning sign

Non-perishable food (nuts, energy bars, tinned food & tin opener)

A torch (battery or wind-up) with spare batteries. A radio (battery or

windup) with spare batteries.

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Suggested content for

your Emergency

Car Kit

Part 2: Preparedness Driving in Wildfires

A first aid kit.

Reflective warning sign

Non-perishable food (nuts, energy bars, tinned food & tin opener)

A torch (battery or wind-up) with spare batteries. A radio (battery or

windup) with spare batteries.

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Suggested content for

your Emergency

Car Kit

Part 2: Preparedness Driving in Wildfires

A first aid kit.

Reflective warning sign

Non-perishable food (nuts, energy bars, tinned food & tin opener)

A torch (battery or wind-up) with spare batteries. A radio (battery or

windup) with spare batteries.

Foam tyre sealant

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Suggested content for

your Emergency

Car Kit

Part 2: Preparedness Driving in Wildfires

A first aid kit.

Reflective warning sign

Non-perishable food (nuts, energy bars, tinned food & tin opener)

A torch (battery or wind-up) with spare batteries. A radio (battery or

windup) with spare batteries.

Foam tyre sealant

Jump start cables

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Suggested content for

your Emergency

Car Kit

Part 2: Preparedness Driving in Wildfires

A first aid kit.

Reflective warning sign

Non-perishable food (nuts, energy bars, tinned food & tin opener)

A torch (battery or wind-up) with spare batteries. A radio (battery or

windup) with spare batteries.

Foam tyre sealant

Jump start cables

Basic toolkit (pliers, screwdriver, spanners)

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Additional items for

your Emergency

Car Kit

Part 2: Preparedness Driving in Wildfires

e-Learning for the Prevention, Preparedness and Response to Natural Disasters

Blankets or sleeping bags

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Additional items for

your Emergency

Car Kit

Part 2: Preparedness Driving in Wildfires

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Warm Clothes

Blankets or sleeping bags

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Additional items for

your Emergency

Car Kit

Part 2: Preparedness Driving in Wildfires

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Warm Clothes

Boots or wellington boots

Blankets or sleeping bags

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Additional items for

your Emergency

Car Kit

Part 2: Preparedness Driving in Wildfires

e-Learning for the Prevention, Preparedness and Response to Natural Disasters

Warm Clothes

Boots or wellington boots

Blankets or sleeping bags

Ice scraper & de-icer

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Additional items for

your Emergency

Car Kit

Part 2: Preparedness Driving in Wildfires

e-Learning for the Prevention, Preparedness and Response to Natural Disasters

Pet supplies

Warm Clothes

Boots or wellington boots

Blankets or sleeping bags

Ice scraper & de-icer

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Additional items for

your Emergency

Car Kit

Part 2: Preparedness Driving in Wildfires

e-Learning for the Prevention, Preparedness and Response to Natural Disasters

Pet supplies

Warm Clothes

Boots or wellington boots

Mobile phone and charger.

Blankets or sleeping bags

Ice scraper & de-icer

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Additional items for

your Emergency

Car Kit

Part 2: Preparedness Driving in Wildfires

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Pet supplies

Warm Clothes

Boots or wellington boots

Mobile phone and charger.

Road atlas or satellite navigation

Blankets or sleeping bags

Ice scraper & de-icer

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Additional items for

your Emergency

Car Kit

Part 2: Preparedness Driving in Wildfires

e-Learning for the Prevention, Preparedness and Response to Natural Disasters

Pet supplies

Warm Clothes

Boots or wellington boots

Mobile phone and charger.

Road atlas or satellite navigation

Blankets or sleeping bags

Shovel

Ice scraper & de-icer

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Part 2: Preparedness How to be better prepared?

Video: On Call Wildfire Series - "Preparedness“

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Part 2: Preparedness

The importance of following the advice from professionals

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Part 2: Preparedness How to be better prepared?

Follow the advice of the professionals

Listen out for national and local advice and guidance. Look out for weather bulletins, traffic warnings, news alerts from Emergency Services about travel disruption (road, rail, air and sea).

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Part 2: Preparedness How to be better prepared?

Follow the advice of the professionals

Listen out for national and local advice and guidance. Look out for weather bulletins, traffic warnings, news alerts from Emergency Services about travel disruption (road, rail, air and sea).

Consider – Is it safe to visit this area? Is it safe to take this route? Can I escape/get away easily in the event of a wildfire?

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Part 2: Preparedness How to be better prepared?

Follow the advice of the professionals

Listen out for national and local advice and guidance. Look out for weather bulletins, traffic warnings, news alerts from Emergency Services about travel disruption (road, rail, air and sea).

Consider – Is it safe to visit this area? Is it safe to take this route? Can I escape/get away easily in the event of a wildfire?

If advised to stay indoors, do so and if you are told to leave your house, then you need to do it, even though it may go against your instinct to stay within the security of your own home.

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Part 2: Preparedness How to be better prepared?

Follow the advice of the professionals

If you do need to evacuate:• Follow the instructions given to you by the

authorities. The instructions are for your own safety

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Part 2: Preparedness How to be better prepared?

Follow the advice of the professionals

If you do need to evacuate:• Follow the instructions given to you by the

authorities. The instructions are for your own safety

• Stay on the routes indicated to you

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Part 2: Preparedness How to be better prepared?

Follow the advice of the professionals

If you do need to evacuate:• Follow the instructions given to you by the

authorities. The instructions are for your own safety

• Stay on the routes indicated to you• Do not try to go back to where you came

from/your house until the emergency services or authorities say it is safe to return

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