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		<title>Emergency Repairs</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 06 Nov 2008 04:00:46 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[POWER SUPPLY
If your roof or windows have leaked, there may be water in the walls and ceiling &#8211; call on electrician and do not touch any electrical equipment wires. Report only downed lines and/or the fact that service has not been restored to your house if the rest of the neighborhood has power. Do not [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Safe Boating Precautions</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 05 Nov 2008 04:00:16 +0000</pubDate>
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Heed and respect National Weather Service watches and warnings. Begin a safe anchorage trip before storm tides arrive.
Trailer boats should be removed from the water and stored.
Out-of-area boat owners should inquire and plan a desirable and convenient location for safe anchorage or follow local boats to safe anchorage areas.
Safe anchor rigging should consist of new [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Disaster Recovery Plan for Businesses</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 04 Nov 2008 04:00:34 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[A disaster plan will protect your business and its employees not only from hurricanes and other sever weather conditions, but from the losses associated with fire, theft and accidents.
In addition, a detailed recovery plan will not only help your business get back in operation after a storm, it can make your company a &#8220;hero&#8221; to [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Home Clean-up and Renovation</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2008 04:00:48 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Health Safety</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[BUILDING DAMAGE
Check walls and foundations for damage. In spite of heavy damage to buildings caused by high water, much can be done to recover their usefulness. To make the best of it, repair structures as soon as possible.
Here are a few key points:

Check foundations and footings. Start from the bottom when investigating structural features. See [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Evacuation Tips for Farm Animals</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 02 Nov 2008 04:00:13 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Health Safety</dc:creator>
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Evacuate animals as soon as possible. Be ready to leave once the evacuation is ordered.
Arrange your evacuation route in advance.
Arrange for a place to house your animals.
Plan an alternate evacuation route. Alternate routes should be mapped out in case the planned route becomes inaccessible.
Set up safe transportation. Make sure that you have available trucks, trailers, [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Safety Planning for Your Pets</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 01 Nov 2008 04:00:56 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Health Safety</dc:creator>
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Plan your evacuation and leave in plenty of time. Do not wait until the last minute to evacuate. When rescue officials come to your door, they may not allow you to take your pets with you. Remember, pets are not allowed in public emergency shelters.
Acquire large carrier and familiarize your pet with the carrier
Acquire non-spill [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Helping Children Cope with Disaster</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2008 04:00:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Health Safety</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Disasters may strike quickly and without warning. These events can be frightening for adults, but they are traumatic for children if they don&#8217;t know what to do.
During a disaster, your family may have to leave your home and daily routine. Children may become anxious, confused or frightened. As an adult, you&#8217;ll need to cope with [...]]]></description>
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		<title>A Checklist for People with Mobility Problems</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2008 04:00:21 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Health Safety</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Hurricanes are a threat to the Hampton Roads area, and everyone must plan for a hurricane, particularly people with disabilities or mobility limitations. The time to start planning is NOW &#8211; if you wait until a hurricane threatens the area, it will be too late. Use this information as a guideline to develop your personal [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Disaster Plan for Seniors</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2008 04:00:35 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Health Safety</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Take Responsibility

Prepare now for a sudden emergency
Learn how to protect yourself and cope with disaster by planning ahead.
Even if you have physical limitations, you can still protect yourself.

Disaster Can Strike Quickly and Without Warning!
Local officials and relief workers will be on the scene after a disaster, but they cannot reach everyone right away.
Take Responsibility &#8211; [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Family Disaster Plan Tips</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2008 04:00:41 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Health Safety</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Disaster can strike quickly and without warning. It can force you to evacuate your neighborhood or confine you to your home.
What would you do if basic services &#8212; water, gas, electricity or telephones &#8212; were cut off? Local officials and relief workers will be on the scene after a disaster, but they cannot reach everyone [...]]]></description>
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