A Primer on Self-Reliance and Sufficiency Lt. Nick Alongi Westchester County Police

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A Primer on Self-Reliance and Sufficiency Lt. Nick Alongi Westchester County Police

 Better to be safe, than….  Changing weather events  More demand on infrastructure and services

 Quite simply, the ability to survive on your own.  Hurricane/Super-Storm Sandy ◦ Emergency Services stressed ◦ Emergency supplies depleted (and non-emergency!) ◦ Utilities damaged ◦ Infrastructure damaged

 Of course, the most important aspect.  “Strong foundation” for the mind.  Devil is in the details.  Easy to miss the little things.

 Obvious Basic Human Needs:  Food (non-perishable, long-life)  Water (1 gallon per day per person)  Hygiene

 The not-so-obvious:  “Business as usual” for the kids  Entertainment (especially in our electronic society)  Medication (pre-emptive call to doctor for refill)  Spare glasses/contacts  Car chargers/converters  Copies of important paperwork (electronic too)  Cash  Go Bags

 A “Go Bag” is a kit that contains personal essentials to “grab and go” in case of an emergency.  Different kits for adults and children.  Family pictures, toys, comfort food, etc.  Vital info should also be included in kit.  Pre-made kits are sold online.

 Forgetting about YOU!  Arrangements at work  No plan  Know where everything is, and on that note…  keep your supplies and food accessible!!  Back-up to your back-up.

 Fill up on heating oil, propane, etc.  Board up sensitive structure points  Batteries, candles, flashlights, first aid  “Utility” water source (for well water users)  Prep small engine equipment!!  Take care of problems trees now!

 No heat? Let the water drip.  Gas powered equipment needs gas (stabilized gas is even better)!  Have an indoor rally point as well as an outdoor. ◦ BELOW-GRADE basements are good.  Turn your fridge and freezer way down (colder).  Fill car(s) up with gas to use as alternate source of power if necessary.

 Many injuries occur AFTER the event! ◦ Generators ◦ Gas/wood stoves ◦ Electrical ◦ Chainsaws  You’re no good to you or anyone else (especially during a crisis) if you’re injured!

 Targets for theft  Protect yourself…  Sound cues  Lock it up  Diesel is quieter  Whole house model

 Generators are a great tool to make you self- sufficient. ◦ DO NOT RUN YOUR GENERATOR IN A GARAGE OR BASEMENT…EVER! ◦ DO NOT COVER SPACE OR PROPANE HEATERS WITH TARPS OR BLANKETS WHILE RUNNING! ◦ HAVE YOUR GENERATOR WIRED TO YOUR HOUSE BY A QUALIFIED, LICENSED ELECTRICIAN!

 Your home has many systems and parts…  Teach your wife/husband/S.O.  …and kids!  Accurate labeling  Accurate information  Does it work!?

 Dead wires don’t stay dead.  Dry ice isn’t a guarantee…  …nor is food reimbursement.  ID utility workers that want access to your home!

 Not everyone can take care of themselves.  The concept of “neighborhood reliance” pools a community’s resources to achieve self- reliance on a larger scale.  Can be several houses or a whole condo development.

 Community food bank  Neighborhood watch  Carpooling  Share resources  Take turns checking on elderly

 Have your house number visible (mutual aid)  Check on (and call for) neighbors  Traffic light out = STOP SIGN!  Annoy ConEd

 Disaster Prep Checklists ◦ ◦ ◦ e4AodOVgAew e4AodOVgAew ◦ (San Diego DEM)  TONS of info out there since Sandy…  Still don’t hesitate to call your first responders!  Think like the Navy Seals! ◦ “Two is one and one is none!”