Be prepared
We all hope that an emergency never happens. But if it does,
there is some simple advice you can follow to try to minimise any
effect it has on you. And even before an emergency takes place,
here are some steps you can plan for you and your family's
safety.
Above all, the message is to listen to all the instructions you
are given by the emergency services and Council staff and to do as
you are asked.
Before any emergency takes place:
- Check that your home is adequately insured and that everything
that you want to be covered, is covered.
- Make sure your property is in good order.
- Learn how and where to turn off your water, electricity and gas
supplies.
Collect and maintain a Home Emergency Pack
Try to keep enough of the following in your house to last all of
you at least two days at all times:
- Lighting (torch/candles) and spare source of power (batteries
etc).
- Cooking equipment (including tin-opener, utensils and
cutlery).
- Drink (cans of juice, bottled water etc).
- Long life food (check use-by date and refresh supplies
regularly).
- Portable radio and spare batteries.
- Blankets.
- Dry clothing
- Medication (including baby items)
Contact
Email: emergencyplanning@valeofglamorgan.gov.uk