Are you ready for the next DISASTER?

Information from your Arrowhead gardens disaster committee

What is a disaster? A disaster is an event that can cause unfortunate consequences.  

What are the disasters the AG Disaster Committee will help you with?  AG Disaster Planning Committee has set up a plan for those smaller disasters, such as extended power outages, water outages, and elevator stoppage.   AG Management and Staff is in charge of making arrangements for help with major disasters such as earthquakes and fires when the fire department and Red Cross will need to assist.

What do residents need to do?    Be prepared!

1. Set up your apartment with supplies you may need to take of yourself for at least 72 hours.  You will need:

• A flashlight and extra batteries
• Bottled water
• Canned food and energy bars that do not need to be cooked
• Warm blankets
• Keep your cell phone charged (consider purchasing a solar cell phone battery charger or other portable charger)
• Battery or crank radio

2. Prepare a “grab and go” kit.  There are lists that have been prepared by the Red Cross of what you need or you may purchase ready-made kits.  These kits should be placed in a container and kept where they are easy to access.  Items for these kits should include:

• Enough supplies for at least 72 hours
• Flashlight and extra batteries
• Bottled water
• Extra medications
• Personal hygiene items
• Canned food or energy bars that do not need cooking
• Warm clothing and a space blanket
• A small bag or suitcase to put items in
• Some comfort items such as a deck of cards, pen and paper, books etc.
• Battery or crank radio

3. If you have special medical needs such as oxygen and medication that needs refrigerated, you should alert your Building Captain.  

What is a Hall Safety Monitor?   Arrowhead Gardens Disaster Planning Committee has organized a group of volunteers from each of our three apartment buildings who will check on residents in the event of a disaster.  Every hall in “A”, “C”, and “D” has a Hall Safety Monitor (HSM).  HSM’s will also be stationed in the lobby and garage areas of each building.  

In the event of extended power outages, water outages, or other simple disasters your HSM will check on you to make sure you are OK and assist you if they can.  They will be your communication link to let you know the latest on when you can expect the electricity to be restored, and water outage repaired or elevator repaired.  If you are in an emergency situation they will help you call for assistance or get 911 to help.  Get to know your HSM.