After an Emergency
After Floodwater, Keep Electrical Equipment Out of Use
Treat flood-exposed electrical equipment as unsafe until properly assessed; keep people away and arrange qualified help instead of a trial switch-on.
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Earthquake Readiness
After an Earthquake, a Damaged Building Needs More Than a Quick Look
Plan what to do around a damaged building after an earthquake, separating household observations from the authority needed to declare it safe.
Emergency Planning
Could an Emergency Crew Read Your House Number After Dark?
Check whether your address is visible from the normal approach after dark, then address obscured signs through the appropriate local guidance.