Information provided by the American Red Cross.
The Red Cross has these tips for people who are dealing the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy,
POWER OUTAGE
Millions of people are without power and people can stay safe by following these tips. If your power is out:
- Use flashlights for light, not candles.
-Don’t use a generator, grill, camp stove or other gasoline, propane, natural gas or charcoal-burning device inside a home, garage, basement, or any partially enclosed area. Locate the unit away from doors, windows and vents that could allow carbon monoxide to come indoors.
-Keep the refrigerator and freezer doors closed as much as possible. Check refrigerated food for spoilage and if in doubt, throw it out. Your refrigerator will keep cold for about 4 hours. If the freezer is full, it will keep its temperature for about 48 hours.
-Turn off and unplug all unnecessary electrical equipment and any appliances, equipment or electronics to avoid damaging them when the power is restored.
-Avoid unnecessary travel as traffic lights will be out and roads congested.
-Watch animals and keep them under your direct control.
FLOODING
Heavy rains and storm surges have caused flooding throughout the region. If your neighborhood is flooded, you should:
-Head for higher ground and stay there if a flood or flash flood warning is issued for your area.
-Stay away from floodwaters. If you come upon water above your ankles or a flooded road, turn around and go another way.
-Keep children out of water.
-Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to see flood danger.
-Keep away from loose or downed power lines and report them immediately to the power company.
-Stay out of any building that has water around it. Keep children out of the water.
WINTER WEATHER
As the storm moves to the west, heavy snow and blizzard conditions are affecting people in several states and in higher elevations. They should:
-Avoid driving if possible and use caution if they must go out on the roads.
-Let someone know where you are going and the route you plan to take so help can be sent if your car gets stuck along the way.
-Keep the gas tank full to keep the fuel line from freezing.
-When going outside, wear layered, lightweight clothing, gloves or mittens, and a hat to prevent loss of body heat.
-Wear waterproof, insulated boots to keep your feet warm and dry and to maintain your footing in ice and snow.
-Walk carefully on snowy, icy sidewalks.
-If you shovel snow, be extremely careful. Take frequent breaks and stay hydrated. Avoid overexertion.
Sandy has affected a massive area spanning much of the eastern half of the country and the American Red Cross is working hard to get help to where it is needed.
-In areas hit by this storm, we urge people to check on their neighbors, make sure everyone is okay, and take care of each other until help arrives.
-Everyone should follow the direction of their local officials during this disaster – evacuate if told to do so, stay in a safe place and off the roads until the storm is over, and do not return home until officials say it is okay.
-This is a huge disaster, bigger than any one organization can handle. We are working closely with government officials and community partners to respond.
More than 240 people spent the night in 17 Red Cross shelters in Central Pennsylvania.
-Almost 11,000 people spent Monday night in more than 250 Red Cross shelters across 16 states and these numbers could increase as the storm moves into cities like Cleveland, Detroit, Chicago and Milwaukee with heavy wind, rain and snow.
-The Red Cross is helping people with safe shelter, food and water and a shoulder to lean on.
-We’ve mobilized 1,700 disaster workers from all over the country who have served more than 25,000 meals and snacks so far. We have also activated 167 response vehicles and shipped in more than 230,000 ready-to-eat meals.
-Shelters were open overnight in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Maryland, Delaware, Virginia, Massachusetts, Maine, Michigan, North Carolina, New Hampshire, Vermont, West Virginia and Indiana.
-We urge people to stay in a safe place until the storm passes, listen to their local officials and evacuate if told to do so. To find a Red Cross shelter, people can download the Red Cross Hurricane app, visit the Red Cross web site, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767), or check local media outlets.
-People can let their loved ones know how they are by using the “I’m Safe” button on the Red Cross Hurricane App which can be found in the Apple App Store and the Google Play Store for Android by searching for American Red Cross.
-People can also register on the Red Cross Safe and Well website to let loved ones know they are okay. To register, visit http://www.redcross.org or call 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767).
The response to Sandy is very large and very costly and the Red Cross needs your help now.
To donate visit www.redcross.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or text the word REDCROSS to 90999 to make a $10 donation.
Your gift enables the Red Cross to provide shelter, food, emotional support and other assistance to those affected.
Contributions may also be sent to your local Red Cross chapter or to the American Red Cross, P.O. Box 37243, Washington, DC 20013.
Nearly 300 Red Cross blood drives have already been cancelled due to the storm, and more are expected. This represents a loss of as many as 9,000 blood and platelet products. We’re asking people who are eligible to give blood especially in places not affected by the storm, to schedule a blood donation now.
-To schedule a donation time 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.
-The Red Cross shipped blood products to hospitals in affected areas ahead of the storm as patients will still need blood and platelets despite the weather.
The Red Cross has these tips for people who are dealing the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy,
POWER OUTAGE
Millions of people are without power and people can stay safe by following these tips. If your power is out:
- Use flashlights for light, not candles.
-Don’t use a generator, grill, camp stove or other gasoline, propane, natural gas or charcoal-burning device inside a home, garage, basement, or any partially enclosed area. Locate the unit away from doors, windows and vents that could allow carbon monoxide to come indoors.
-Keep the refrigerator and freezer doors closed as much as possible. Check refrigerated food for spoilage and if in doubt, throw it out. Your refrigerator will keep cold for about 4 hours. If the freezer is full, it will keep its temperature for about 48 hours.
-Turn off and unplug all unnecessary electrical equipment and any appliances, equipment or electronics to avoid damaging them when the power is restored.
-Avoid unnecessary travel as traffic lights will be out and roads congested.
-Watch animals and keep them under your direct control.
FLOODING
Heavy rains and storm surges have caused flooding throughout the region. If your neighborhood is flooded, you should:
-Head for higher ground and stay there if a flood or flash flood warning is issued for your area.
-Stay away from floodwaters. If you come upon water above your ankles or a flooded road, turn around and go another way.
-Keep children out of water.
-Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to see flood danger.
-Keep away from loose or downed power lines and report them immediately to the power company.
-Stay out of any building that has water around it. Keep children out of the water.
WINTER WEATHER
As the storm moves to the west, heavy snow and blizzard conditions are affecting people in several states and in higher elevations. They should:
-Avoid driving if possible and use caution if they must go out on the roads.
-Let someone know where you are going and the route you plan to take so help can be sent if your car gets stuck along the way.
-Keep the gas tank full to keep the fuel line from freezing.
-When going outside, wear layered, lightweight clothing, gloves or mittens, and a hat to prevent loss of body heat.
-Wear waterproof, insulated boots to keep your feet warm and dry and to maintain your footing in ice and snow.
-Walk carefully on snowy, icy sidewalks.
-If you shovel snow, be extremely careful. Take frequent breaks and stay hydrated. Avoid overexertion.
Sandy has affected a massive area spanning much of the eastern half of the country and the American Red Cross is working hard to get help to where it is needed.
-In areas hit by this storm, we urge people to check on their neighbors, make sure everyone is okay, and take care of each other until help arrives.
-Everyone should follow the direction of their local officials during this disaster – evacuate if told to do so, stay in a safe place and off the roads until the storm is over, and do not return home until officials say it is okay.
-This is a huge disaster, bigger than any one organization can handle. We are working closely with government officials and community partners to respond.
More than 240 people spent the night in 17 Red Cross shelters in Central Pennsylvania.
-Almost 11,000 people spent Monday night in more than 250 Red Cross shelters across 16 states and these numbers could increase as the storm moves into cities like Cleveland, Detroit, Chicago and Milwaukee with heavy wind, rain and snow.
-The Red Cross is helping people with safe shelter, food and water and a shoulder to lean on.
-We’ve mobilized 1,700 disaster workers from all over the country who have served more than 25,000 meals and snacks so far. We have also activated 167 response vehicles and shipped in more than 230,000 ready-to-eat meals.
-Shelters were open overnight in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Maryland, Delaware, Virginia, Massachusetts, Maine, Michigan, North Carolina, New Hampshire, Vermont, West Virginia and Indiana.
-We urge people to stay in a safe place until the storm passes, listen to their local officials and evacuate if told to do so. To find a Red Cross shelter, people can download the Red Cross Hurricane app, visit the Red Cross web site, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767), or check local media outlets.
-People can let their loved ones know how they are by using the “I’m Safe” button on the Red Cross Hurricane App which can be found in the Apple App Store and the Google Play Store for Android by searching for American Red Cross.
-People can also register on the Red Cross Safe and Well website to let loved ones know they are okay. To register, visit http://www.redcross.org or call 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767).
The response to Sandy is very large and very costly and the Red Cross needs your help now.
To donate visit www.redcross.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or text the word REDCROSS to 90999 to make a $10 donation.
Your gift enables the Red Cross to provide shelter, food, emotional support and other assistance to those affected.
Contributions may also be sent to your local Red Cross chapter or to the American Red Cross, P.O. Box 37243, Washington, DC 20013.
Nearly 300 Red Cross blood drives have already been cancelled due to the storm, and more are expected. This represents a loss of as many as 9,000 blood and platelet products. We’re asking people who are eligible to give blood especially in places not affected by the storm, to schedule a blood donation now.
-To schedule a donation time 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.
-The Red Cross shipped blood products to hospitals in affected areas ahead of the storm as patients will still need blood and platelets despite the weather.