With wind gusts that could reach 75 mph, here are ways to prepare for Thursday’s wind storm from the King County Office of Emergency Management as potential impacts include landslides, downed trees and power lines and widespread power outages.
• Learn what your child’s school and daycare policies and procedures are for possible early release and facility closures.
• Fuel up your vehicle and allow extra commute time home from work or school.
• Locate flashlights, radio, and extra batteries should you experience a power outage at home.
• Plan pre-cooked meals for your family that don’t require a stove-top, microwave, or oven to prepare.
• Make sure pets have appropriate shelter to stay warm and safe from falling debris.
• Ask your employer how you will be notified if power outages impact your worksite.
• Visit http://kingcounty.gov/healthservices/health/preparedness/disaster/CarbonMonoxide.aspx for information on preventing carbon monoxide poisoning.
• Stay informed by monitoring local media channels, registering for public alerts at www.kingcounty.gov/RPIN, and checking King County’s emergency news at www.kcemergency.com.
Get more tips, utility contacts, and preparedness checklists at http://takewinterbystorm.org/wind/.
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