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Planning
Warning
Medical
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Communication
Basic Flood Preparedness Measures
Essential Services
Table 6.1
A disaster preparedness plan that sets
out the sequence of activities and
responsibilities of response personnel
must be developed.
Warning and evacuation procedures
in vulnerable areas must be developed.
Train personnel in first aid and trauma
care, and stock necessary medical
supplies.
Systems and messages must be developed
to inform the public of health, safety,
and security matters.
Hospitals, government buildings,
communication systems, etc. must be sited
for continued operation during an
emergency.