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Emergency Preparedness
Mayor's Statement and
Instructions
Alert Monitor Definitions
Family Guide to Terrorism
FAQ
Helpful Homeland Security Links
West Nile Virus Precautions
Extreme Heat Preparedness
Current Status:
Yellow
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Emergency
Preparedness Information
This page is intended to provide general information, to the
public, addressing emergency actions that maybe necessary.
Last Updated: Tuesday, October 28, 2009
Mayor's
Statement and Special Instructions
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Special Preparedness Message
In accordance with the National Terrorism Alerting Preparedness
Notification System, we are changing our local Preparedness Color to
Yellow
(Elevated Risk). This security
alert indicates that we must remain vigilant of events both on the
International and National levels.
In Middletown, we are continuously reviewing
our preparedness level and emergency operations plan. Click
here
to view the latest emergency operations plan.
We
want to stress that there is no reason for alarm.
If, at any time, there is any information that will impact the safety
of our local community, we will immediately notify residents through the
media.
If
you are suspicious or suspect terrorism, we urge you to call the
Connecticut Homeland Security hotline at (866) 457-8477.
Emergency Preparedness Alert Monitor
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Last Updated: Tuesday, October 28, 2009.
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Frequently
Asked Questions (FAQ)
Family Natural Disaster Preparedness
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Red Cross Tips on Power
Power Outage
Use of Generators
United
States Homeland Security Web Site
Local
Homeland
Security
Office
of Emergency Management
Department
of Public Safety
Federal
Homeland
security
Personal
preplanning information
The Official
Web Portal of the US Federal Government
Centers for
Disease Control and Prevention
Other
Citizen
Corps
Emergency
Preparedness Plans for Schools
Department
of Health and Human Services
Environmental
Protection Agency
Federal
Citizen Information Center
Federal
Emergency Management Agency
USA
Freedom Corps
Chemical
Stockpile Emergency Preparedness Program
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American
Medical Association
American
Red Cross Terrorism - Preparing for the Unexpected
Home
Safety Council
National Safety
Council
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This page is intended to provide general information, to the
public, addressing extreme heat situations, and any preparation and prevention
tips as well as emergency actions that maybe necessary. Additional and
updated information may be found in our
Press Release pages.
Extreme Heat Planning Guide
Extreme Heat Fact Sheets
Heat Related Illness
Prevention Tips
Do's
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Use air
conditioners or spend time in air-conditioned locations such as malls and
libraries
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Use portable
electric fans to exhaust hot air from rooms or draw in cooler air
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Take a cool bath
or shower
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Minimize direct
exposure to the sun
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Stay hydrated –
regularly drink water or other nonalcoholic fluids
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Eat light, cool,
easy-to-digest foods such as fruit or salads
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Wear loose
fitting, light-colored clothes
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Check on older,
sick, or frail people who may need help responding to the heat
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Know the symptoms
of excessive heat exposure and the appropriate responses.
Don'ts
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Direct the flow
of portable electric fans toward yourself when room temperature is hotter than
90°f
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Leave children
and pets alone in cars for any amount of time
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Drink alcohol to
try to stay cool
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Eat heavy, hot,
or hard-to-digest foods
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Wear heavy, dark
clothing.
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During the peak mosquito months (May, June, July, August
and September) the City of Middletown urges its residents and visitors to use
caution when planning and participating in outdoor activities.
The City’s Health Department has compiled the following list of
Precautionary Measures to help ensure that your seasonal activities are safe and
fun.
Mosquito Bite Precautions
- Minimize
time outdoors at dusk and dawn
- Be
sure door and window screens are secure and in good repair
- Wear
shoes, socks, long pants and long-sleeve shirts
- Use
mosquito netting if sleeping outdoors
- Use
mosquito repellent containing less than 10% DEET (follow label instructions
and wash after usage)
- Eliminate
standing water around home
- Dispose
of water-holding containers (e.g., used tires, ceramic pots, etc.)
- Turn
over objects that may collect water (e.g., wading pools, wheelbarrows, etc)
- Clean
clogged roof gutters
- Change
water in bird baths regularly
- Clean
and chlorinate swimming pools: cover when not in use
Dead Birds
- Do
not handle dead birds.
- Contact
the Middletown Health Department at (860) 344-3480, Monday through Friday
from 8:30 AM to 4:40 PM.
- Middletown
Police Department at (860) 344-3200 for all other times.
Additional Information
- Contact
Middletown Health Department at (860) 344-3482
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