Ward Emergency Plan

Contents Purpose Personal Preparedness Pre-Event Planning Special Equipment and Skills After the Event Ward Points of Contact Ward Zones

The Words of Our Lord 12. Prepare ye, prepare ye for that which is to come, for the lord is nigh; 13. And the anger of the Lord is kindled, and his sword is bathed in heaven, and it shall fall upon the inhabitants of the earth. D&C Section 1, Nov. 1, 1831 30. I tell you these things because of your prayers; wherefore, treasure up wisdom in your bosoms, lest the wickedness of men reveal these things unto you by their wickedness, in a manner which shall speak in your ears with a voice louder than that which shall shake the earth; but if ye are prepared ye shall not fear. D&C Section 38, January 2, 1831

PURPOSE This template is a step-by-step plan for the ward to develop as a prudent measure, and follow in the event of a community disaster or emergency. The plan details some of the necessary supplies each household should have on hand, provides a timeline for tasks to be carried out in the hours/days before a known disaster strikes, describes roles and responsibilities of ward members charged with implementing the plan, and describes activities to be conducted after the event. This plan should be reviewed regularly to accommodate new members of the ward and update contact and status information.

Personal Preparedness -In the event of a community disaster, emergency workers may not be able to immediately respond to residents’ needs. -Each household should prepare for an emergency by assembling a Personal Preparedness Kit containing sufficient supplies to last at least 72 hours, preferably up to 5 days.

Personal Preparedness- Recommended Supplies Water- 1 gallon per person/ day Batteries- flashlights, cameras, fans, radios, portable tvs, etc. Fuel- vehicles, tools, generators Medications, prescription drugs Non-perishable foods; non-electric can opener First aid kits Tools- hammers, nails, handsaw, crowbar, etc. Important personal documents/ID’s Coolers for ice and food Food/Supplies for pets Emergency/family/neighborhood/ward numbers Toiletries/sanitation supplies Trash bags Camera Chairs, pillows, blankets Maps of area, evacuation routes, shelters Charcoal, propane Spray paint/ other means for marking/signaling

Ward Zones and Captains Sample

Pre-Event Planning Zones -Zone Captain and assistant captains -Liaison to the Quorum and Group leaders and the Bishopric -Ensure ward members have the Emergency Plan -Communication between zones In the event of a hurricane or other anticipated disaster -Conduct meetings as required -Provide the latest available information -Contact households within their respective zones for alert/preparedness actions Zone Captains -Notify leadership of household preparation and needs -Equipment and critical skills availability

Households will: Ensure property is secure Secure food/water/supplies Notify Zone Captain if staying or evacuating Notify Zone Captain of emergency equipment available Notify Zone Captain of any special needs Ensure they are personally prepared!!!

Zone Captains will: Understand their zones of responsibility Keep record of household availability/participation Keep contact information up-to-date (primary/alternate/emergency) Gain volunteers to assist those needing help to secure residence

Quorum Leaders will: Maintain situational awareness via internet/local radio/tv for weather/situation updates and communicate to Zone Captains Ensure Zone Captains have sufficient resources/support from households to enact the Emergency Plan Communicate readiness to Bishopric and Stake leadership

Critical Equipment & Capabilities Beforehand, determine the available quantities of the following: -Generators and fuel -Emergency communications equipment -4WD vehicles -Water -Chainsaws -Medical supplies, medical training -Construction equipment, construction experience

Pre-Event Planning Timeline 72 hours prior: -Monitor storm/situation movement -Review personal preparedness 48 hours prior: -Begin securing home and pets -Gather final supplies -Consider options to evacuate -Activate personal preparedness plan 36 hours prior: -Secure outside objects and vehicles -Ensure you have sufficient food, water, fuel, cash, ice 24 hours prior: -If you have not evacuated, secure a room in your house to use as a safe room -Ensure you charge communications devices, have candles and flashlights ready -notify Zone Captain of status

After the Event Actions for household: - Care for sick/injured - Ensure access to water/food - Spray paint address to ID home, if necessary - Contact Zone Captain to let him know the household status - Complete property damage assessment - Be prepared to assist other households in the zone

Zone Captains Will: - Attempt to contact households in their respective zones - Aggregate damage assessment for zones - Contact Quorum leadership with household/damage information - Assist households in getting information/supplies/care and support

Quorum Leaders - Coordinate assistance and support across zones - Aggregate information from Zone Captains - Coordinate assistance and support across zones - Communicate with bishopric and stake leadership