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Being prepared for an emergency is everyone's responsibility. The goal is to have every person and family capable of being self-sufficient for 72 hours during a large-scale disaster.  

Learn more at www.ready.gov.

TUNE IN:

Disaster and emergency information will
broadcast from these local radio stations:

• 870AM WHCU

• 97.3FM WYXL

• 91.7FM WICB

If your TV is working, monitor a regional all-news channel, such as Spectrum News, or the Weather Channel. A weather radio will also provide accurate and current information.

National Weather Service in Binghamton
http://www.weather.gov/bgm/

CORONAVIRUS ADVISORY & FAQ:

As the Coronavirus outbreak evolves, the Tompkins County Health Department (TCHD) is working closely with local medical providers including Cornell Health, Ithaca College Health Center, and Cayuga Medical Center, to protect the health and well-being of our community. 

For the updated TCHD advisory, click here.


Cornell Health has developed a Coronavirus web page and FAQ, click here.  Cornell has suspended all University-related travel to China.  

WINTER WEATHER AWARENESS:

The National Weather Service provides a wide range of winter safety tips, at:  https://www.weather.gov/safety/winter.

WINTER DRIVING TIPS:

• Make certain your tires are properly inflated and have plenty of tread.
• Keep at least a half tank of fuel in your vehicle at all times.
• Never warm up a vehicle in an enclosed area, such as a garage.
• Do not use cruise control when driving on any slippery surface, such as on ice and snow.

Learn more here:  https://exchange.aaa.com/safety/driving-advice/winter-driving-tips/#.Xcq5fldKiUk

  

Tompkins READY News

Disaster Planning Has Never Been Easier

 

WHAT EMERGENCIES CAN HAPPEN IN TOMPKINS COUNTY?

 Flooding

 Winter Storms - Snow/Ice/Cold

 Power Outages

 Heat Emergencies

 Fires

 Chemical/Hazmat Accidents

 Wind Storms/Tornado

There are certain basic concepts of preparedness that apply to any type of situation:

*       Be Informed
*       Make a Plan
*       Build a Kit
*       Get Involved In Your Community
 

HEATING SAFETY:

From the National Fire Protection Association:
There is something about the winter months and curling up with a good book by the fireplace.  But did you know that heating equipment is one of the leading causes of home fire deaths?  With a few simple safety tips and precautions you can prevent most heating fires from happening.

Be sure to visit this website for additional information on staying warm and safe this winter and for heating equipment safety:

https://www.nfpa.org/-/media/Files/FPW/Safety-tip-sheets/FPW19HeatingSafety.ashx