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EMERGENCY READY PATCH PROGRAM
All levels need to only complete 3 requirements

1.A meteorologist studies processes in the earth’s atmosphere that cause different weather conditions. Watch the news and local weather on television. You can also watch the weather channel to view forecasts from different states. Talk about weather alerts and forecasts in the event of an emergency. Extra credit: Create a weather vane or map etc. Visit a weather station or ask a meteorologist to speak to your group.

2. Floods can happen during heavy rains, when rivers overflow, ocean waves come onshore, snow melts too fast, or when dams or levees break like they did in New Orleans in 2006. No matter where you live you have a chance of flooding. It can happen in every U.S. state and territory. There are three basic types of floods: River floods, Urban floods, and Flash floods, which are the most dangerous? Learn more about one of these floods, and how to keep safe during an emergency. Extra credit: Plan an emergency evacuation route, create a disaster supply kit, or learn about the National weather service.

3. Did you know that you always see the lightning before you hear the thunder? This is because light travels faster than sound. Learn how to protect yourself from lightning. Extra credit: Explain how to protect yourself from heavy rain storms or when traveling in wet weather.

4. Hurricanes are tropical cyclones with winds that exceed 74 mi/hr. They are created over the warm waters of tropical oceans, where there is humid air. Hurricane season typically is during the months of June through November, in the Atlantic area. Learn more about how to prepare for a hurricane, create a disaster supply kit, plan an emergency evacuation route, view photos of hurricane aftermath OR reach out and help someone that may have been affected by the hurricane.

5.Many people watch the clouds to predict the weather for their crops, trips, boating, or daily activities. Examples are: Cirrus, Cumulus, Stratus, and Nimbus. Choose one type of cloud to learn more about. Learn the shape, meaning, and the effects of the type of cloud. Extra credit: Study the clouds for a week making note of the types each day.

6. Learning basic first aid could save your life or assist in emergencies that may occur in everyday life. Learn basic first aid skills such as: Dressing wounds, bandage broken bones, identify items in a first aid kit, OR make an emergency contact list. Extra credit: Complete a first aid or CPR course.

7. Tornados are funnel clouds that touch the ground. When a tornado touches down on ground it gathers up dirt and items in its path. Learn how to prepare for a tornado, create a disaster supply kit, plan an emergency evacuation route, OR learn more about shelter and school drills for tornados.

8. A Tsunami is huge wave caused by earthquakes and underwater landslides. Be aware of the signs of an approaching tsunami, its warnings and prevention, causes. Create a list of items needed in case of a disaster or plan an emergency evacuation plan. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tsunami

9. Learn fire safety and how to controlling wild fires to prevent forest fires in your area. Most wild fires are started by accident or by lightning. Fires are dangerous and move quickly. Learn more about wild fires and evacuation, create a fire plan from your building or home, learn how to operate a fire extinguisher, learn basic fire safety rules, OR learn more how to change the battery in the smoke detector.

10. A blizzard is a severe winter storm with strong winds and lots of snow. You should only go outside if absolutely necessary because of the strong winds, cold temperatures and heavy snow. Learn about how to prepare for a blizzard or winter storm. What items should you have in your disaster plan kit or supplies would you need to purchase?

11. Earthquakes are sudden movements in the earth’s surface. Sometimes large shimmers are followed by smaller aftershocks. They can also cause tsunamis or landslides. Execute a home evacuation plan in case of an earthquake. Where would you go? If you were in a high building, would you escape in an elevator? What if you were outside?

12. Avalanches are caused when ice and snow breaks away from a mountain and slides down at high speed covering everything in it’s path. How would you look for warning signs? What should you have in your disaster plan kit or which supplies would you need to purchase?

13. Heat waves are caused when there are long periods of high temperatures. The heat can cause dehydration, heat cramps and other serious conditions. Learn more about how to take care of yourself during high temperature weather or heat waves. What type of clothing would you wear? What should you eat and drink and why?