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Write an essay on how you can protect yourself from harm caused by typhoons



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Answer:

To prevent yourself from harms cause by typhoons, you can prepare for it, but How to prepare before the storm comes? Once you find out a storm is heading your way, it’s time to prepare. Here’s a storm-ready checklist for you!

  1. Know the nearest evacuation center - When the storm becomes stronger and the water suddenly goes up, you can already know where you and your family will go. And for the one who lived near the seas, it is better for you to already go to the evacuation center before the water goes up.
  2. Create a Medicine Kit - A medicine kit is very important especially when there is a typhoon, and in your medicine bag/kit you must have the following:
  • Enough water for each person and pet to have 1 gallon a day
  • Three-day supply of non-perishable food and clothes
  • Battery-powered radio with extra batteries
  • Flashlight
  • Whistle
  • Garbage bags
  • Disinfecting wipes
  • Phone chargers / powerbanks
  • Duct tape
  • Wrench or pliers
  • Local map
  • Manual can opener

3. Set up a safety room - Stock a single room in your home with fresh water, non-perishable foods, flashlights, blankets, towels, trash bags, gloves, protective masks, pet food and any other necessities. With everything in one place, finding what you need during the storm or cleaning up afterward will be much easier.

4. Prepare your medications - Make sure you know how to store drugs in case the power goes out for a few days. For example, some common medications and treatments like amoxicillin and insulin can be put in sandwich bags and placed in a cooler on ice so they remain cold without getting wet.

If you evacuate, take all your medications with you. Remember that some are temperature-sensitive and may lose potency if they’re not refrigerated. If your medication does touch the water, temperature-sensitive or not, you’ll want to replace it when you can. Don’t take any wet pills.

Stay safe during the storm

Rough winds, hard rain and flying debris can be frightening. If you are waiting it out where you live, start by hunkering down in a safe part of your home. Stay away from windows in case of broken, flying glass.

Meanwhile, use your emergency radio to stay informed and up-to-date on the storm’s progress and any additional dangers it may bring to your area. Turn your refrigerator to the coldest setting so your food will last longer if the power goes out. Once you are in a safe place, try reaching out to friends and loved ones to let them know you are okay.

What to do after the storm

Be cautious when returning home or heading outside for the first time after a large storm. Mold may start to grow in rooms where moisture is present, outdoor debris can be dangerous and broken power lines submerged in water can create electrical hazards. Here’s what to keep in mind:

Steer clear of generator fumes. Getting too close to your generator may result in the inhalation of fumes, risking carbon monoxide poisoning. Stay at least 20 feet away. Even that may be too close, so be aware of your distance. Never use a generator indoors or near windows outdoors.

Be careful where you step. If there is water on the ground, watch out for downed power lines. If you step in water that is charged, you are at risk for electrical shock.

Watch out for mold. As you sort through wet belongings, know that mold can grow wherever there is heavy moisture. Items like pictures, books, clothes and blankets are breeding grounds for it. Throw moldy items out, just in case. It’s also smart to avoid recirculating your air-conditioning or furnace heat until you’re sure you don’t have mold growth. Be sure to change their filters, as well.

Keep medication close. Keep all medication nearby, including asthma and allergy drugs, just in case you lose power again.

Sorry for the some wrong grammars, but still hope this helps!

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