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Meet Your Neighbor-MYN-MYN is Napa Valley COAD'sCommunity Preparedness Initiative:Neighbors Preparing TogetherMeet Your Neighbor (MYN) is a unique program that brings neighbors together to plan foremergencies. Preparing for any type of emergency is easier together. More information onhow to get involved below:MYN Introductory Class - Classes are offered regularly to provide an overview of theMYN program and how to get started connecting with your neighbors.Leader Council meetings - These meetings are offered regularly and provideneighborhood leaders a forum for sharing challenges and successes. The attendeesdecide on the topics that meet their needs.Meeting your neighbor is the first stepto preparing togetherMYN is a guide to prepare for allemergenciesYour neighborhood decides whatworks for YOUInformation & resources to make yourneighborhood more self-reliantRegular and recurring Leader Councilmeetings for ongoing supportMYN HighlightsThis MYN booklet providesinformation on:Preparedness planning, actions, resources,and tipsPreparing together in your neighborhood -sharing skills and resourcesSuggested actions to followimmediately after an emergencyFAQs on getting MYN started in yourneighborhoodPreparedness tips & resources tokeep you and loved ones safe**Napa Valley COAD is a tax-exempt 501(c)3 organization**Preparedness PlanningPreparedness ResourcesSkills & EquipmentAction StepsFAQs/Tips

Have you checked Zonehaven for your evacuation zone?Do you have an evacuation plan?Are you signed up for official County Alerts?Do you have a Go Bag and/or Stay Box with critical supplies& copies of important documents?PSPS & Other OutagesThe power may shut off in an emergency, soit's important to have a plan in place in caseyou lose power. Stay informed with PG&E tobetter prepare.Get a phone call or SMS text from PG&Efor Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS)for your address: pge.com/addressalerts or Call: 800-743-5002In the event of other power outages, visit:pgealerts.alerts.pge.com/outagecenter/ or Call: 1-877-660-6789 for more infoQuestions for preparedness planning:GET EMERGENCY ALERTS AND COMMUNICATIONSAlert Napa County -AND/ORSign up for text-only alerts bysending your ZIP CODE to888777Radio -KVON: 96.9 FM *ESPKBBF: 89.1 AM *ESP/ENGKVYN: 99.3 FM *ENGCalistoga : 1670 AMZonehaven -Plug in your home addressinto the Zonehaven map toknow your zone:aware.zonehaven.com@NapaCounty@NapaValleyCOAD @CountyofNapaEPSS & Unplanned OutagesENHANCED POWERLINE SAFETYSETTINGS (EPSS)EPSS occur when an object strikes aline with the enhanced sensitivitysettings. The safety equipmentdetects the change and shuts off thepower within 1/10 of a second tostop any ignitions and preventwildfires. The loss of power isunplanned and very abrupt. For more information visit: pge.com/epssDownload the Everbridgeapp and create an account forAlert Napa County

Make a PlanMake a CONTACT LIST withessential phone numbers andcontacts !GET ALERTS so you can stayinformed and know what to doHave an EVACUATION PLAN soyou know what to do and where to goPack a GO BAG with essential items,including critical documents. Havea GRAB LIST of items you can'tpack ahead of timeSTAY BOXBuild a STAY BOX for when youcan't leave your homeReach out to NEIGHBORS andfriends to plan together!GET READY!Make a plan with your family! Below are the key components for all hazard planning. Moredetails for planning are included under the "Preparedness Resources" tab. Talk with yourneighbors about plans you and they may already have in place. Working together neighborscan become more self-reliant and resilient. You can find more information on planningtogether in the "Skills & Equipment" and "Actions & FAQ" tabs. napavalleycoad.org/preparedness-calendarPreparedness PlanningPreparedness ResourcesSkills & EquipmentAction StepsFAQs/Tips

Do you have a back up communication plan in case phone service isn'tavailable? What is your family reunification plan?Do you or anyone in your family have a special circumstance that mayrequire additional preparations?Where do I receive my evacuation tags? At your local Police Dept. or Sheriff's officePREPARING FOR FIRE EVACUATIONS:Pack a GO BAGKnow what a Hi-Losiren sounds likeRed Flag Warning -practice your planUse Zonehavento check yourevacuation zoneHave your carready with gasCharge yourelectronicsFollow instructions givenby first respondersStay updated with CountyAlerts and other officialsources to know where yourEvacuation Center is locatedSTAY BOXPrepare a Stay Boxand a Go BagConsider floodinsurance if you livein flood prone areaUse sand bags tostop water fromentering your homeAvoid fallen powerlines - Call 911Do NOT drive inflooded areasIf trapped in a flood-stay inside your caror get on the roofBe aware of potentialdebris flowNo swimming orplaying in flood waterWear protectiveclothing whencleaning up debrisFLOOD EVACUATIONS & SHELTER IN PLACE:Prepare your home -unplug appliances &place evacuation tagsin a visible locationPractice safety drillsStop, Cover, Hold onSecure hangingitems in your homeSTAY BOXPrepare a STAY BOXwith 5 days of suppliesCheck your insuranceto see what is coveredStay informed withofficial County alerts.Download the MyShakeapp for earthquake alerts.Pull over if you'redrivingCall 911 if there is amedical emergencyPrepare for aftershocksMake noise if you arestuck under rubbleEARTHQUAKE SHELTER IN PLACE:Evacuation and Shelter in Placefor All Types of EmergenciesStay Informed with OFFICIAL ALERTS - Text your ZIP CODE to 888-777Questions for preparedness planning:Evacuation WARNING: A potential threat to life and property. If you leave during a warning, especially if you have specialcircumstances which require more time, be sure you know what resources your insurance will cover and where you plan to go.Evacuation ORDER: An immediate threat to life and property. You must leave NOW!Flood WATCH: Issued when flooding is possible. Stay informed with County Alerts!Flood WARNING: Issued when flooding is happening or will happen soon. Some roads will be flooded..

Phones andchargersWater and foodthat won't spoilRadios and laptopsto stay informedCritical documents,ID's, grab list, andmedication listCash - especiallysmall billsSpare change ofclothes and shoesHygiene and sanitarysupplies (includingfeminine products)First-Aid Kit,medication, and masksPet supplies andcarriersMaps and yourcontact listPersonal and comfort itemsGo Bag/Stay Box items*items from your Stay Box may also be used for your Go BagFlashlights, lanterns& a whistlePregnant People & Parentsof Infants:Avoid toxic air and unsafe foodand water. Have extra formula,water, diapers, and a carrierOlder Adults -Carry family/caregiverinformation in your walletMobility & DevelopmentalDisability -Identify trusted allies to rely onduring disasters. Evacuate earlyif you need extra time to get outCommunication Challenges -Individuals with limited Englishproficiency and other speech orcommunication challenges shouldhave a plan for emergencies. Findtrusted and official sources ofmultilingual information for yourcircumstances.Arrange emergencytransportation in advancePeople with Pets -Food, water, medicine, proofof immunization, and ahard-case carrier*For more information onemergency preparednessfor pets and livestockvisit: napacart.orgPut a note in your go bag withinfo about your condition(s) sofirst responders or medical staffmay assist youSpecial CircumstancesWhen creating an emergency plan and/or preparing a Go Bag/Stay Box, it is important to consideryour special circumstances. There is no one size fits all emergency plan, but having hard and/ordigital copies of your critical documents - including medical information - is vitally importantto everyone. Here are some examples of items you may include in your Go Bag/Stay Box. Check outthe COAD Preparedness Calendar and readynapacounty.org for more information andresources:napavalleycoad.org/preparedness-calendarPreparedness ResourcesSkills & EquipmentAction StepsFAQs/Tips

Neighborhood Equipment Inventory - Share resources/equipment and keep each other safe in anemergency. Write down the names of people in your neighborhood with critical equipment, and addsome of your own! Who has what?(i.e. hauling equipment, trailers for large animals...etc.)First-Aid Supplies:Chain Saw:Ladder:Fire Extinguisher:Generator:Strong Rope:Camp Stove/Grill: NOAA Weather Radio: Walkie-Talkies:Crow Bar: Flashlights: Solar Charger:

Neighborhood Skills Inventory - One way for neighbors to help each other during an emergency isby sharing their skills. Knowing who knows first-aid or has CERT (Community Emergency ResponseTeam) skills can change the outcome of a disaster. Talk to your neighbors to see how you can helpone another. Who knows what? Who can do what? List the names of people who know these skills, andadd some of your own.First-Aid Skills:Electrician Skills:Crisis Counseling Skills:Language Skills:Coordinating/Organizational Skills:Child Care Skills:Elder Care Skills: Fire Fighting Skills: Carpenter Skills:Animal Handling Skills:HAM Radio Operator: Plumbing Skills:CERT Skills:bit.ly/Napa-CERTSkills & EquipmentAction StepsFAQs/Tips

Neighborhood Contact List House/Unit 1 House/Unit 2 House/Unit 3House/Unit 4 House/Unit 5 House/Unit 6House/Unit 7 House/Unit 8 House/Unit 9House/Unit 10 House/Unit 11 House/Unit 12House/Unit 13 House/Unit 14 House/Unit 15Name(s):Address:Phone:Email:Pets:Notes:Name(s):Address:Phone:Email:Pets:Notes:Name(s):Address:Phone:Email:Pets:Notes:Name(s):Address:Phone:Email:Pets:Notes:Name(s):Address:Phone:Email:Pets:Notes:Name(s):Address:Phone:Email:Pets:Notes:Name(s):Address:Phone:Email:Pets:Notes:Name(s):Address:Phone:Email:Pets:Notes:Name(s):Address:Phone:Email:Pets:Notes:Name(s):Address:Phone:Email:Pets:Notes:Name(s):Address:Phone:Email:Pets:Notes:Name(s):Address:Phone:Email:Pets:Notes:Name(s):Address:Phone:Email:Pets:Notes:Name(s):Address:Phone:Email:Pets:Notes:Name(s):Address:Phone:Email:Pets:Notes:*Be sure to complete this Contact List to keep as a hard copy in case you cannot accessinformation on your phone. Consider making a digital copy of your neighborhood CONTACT LIST.*Contacts within your neighborhood should remain CONFIDENTIAL.

Neighborhood Gathering Site If you need to evacuate, make sureyour Napa County Sheriff DeptEVACUATION tag is on your dooror mailbox before you leaveForm teams (Use thebuddy system)Team 1: Will check on the elderly,those with disabilities, or childrenTeam 2: Will check all the homeswith "HELP" displayed out front orwith no card showing. Trust yourinstinctsTeam 3: Will stay updated withAlertNapaCounty and know yourzone with ZonehavenShare what you have done with yourneighbors. Call 911 if you needmedical assistanceReturn to gathering site-Decide with yourneighbors how to use theHELP/OK sign Dress for safety -Use protective clothing likeboots and gloves to protectyourself from debrisShut off the natural gasor water (if they presenta potential danger)This may prevent further damageor fires. Call PG&E to turn your gasback on!Take care of yourfamily/householdEvacuate if needed or ifyou feel unsafeCall 911 for medicalemergenciesACTIONS - Immediately Following DisasterMake an emergency plan with your neighbors to ensure everyone stays safe during a disaster. Thesesuggested steps may be adjusted to fit your neighborhood's specific needs and to the type of disasteryou may experience. Your actions depend on the circumstances. Call 911 for medical emergenciesor if you are in immediate danger.You may place this sign somewherevisible from the street if you needhelp but can't leave your homeYou can meet your neighbors at theagreed site to act on your emergencyplan. You may not need to meet withyour neighbors if you are sheltering inplaceGathering Site Care CenterAction StepsFAQs/Tips

What can I do to helpduring a disaster?Some neighbors may have pre-existing vulnerabilitieslike access and/or functional needs. Let them know youare there to help if they were to need it during anemergency.Who can do what? Who knowswhat? Who has what?Let your neighbors know what skills or emergencyequipment you may have that can help during adisaster and how they might like to help too.What if my neighborsdon't want to join MYN?Know that not all neighbors will be open to participatingor attending meetings. Instead ask if they would like tostay informed about what the neighborhood is doing.Join the monthly Leader Council meetings sponsored byCOAD to connect with other neighborhood leaders.How do I attract interestamongst my neighbors?There may be someone you know willing to be a co-leader to model "working together." Block parties orBBQ's are a great way of getting to know yourneighbors. Make it a potluck and think of ways to helppeople connect. Having a large map on butcher papercan get people talking.What if my neighbordoesn't speak my language?Ask someone to translate (if possible) or use onlinetranslators like Google Translate & Linguee whenplanning with someone that doesn't speak yourlanguage. Don't be afraid to use hand gestures! Createemergency communication cards with both languageson it asking important questions and possible answers.What if my neighbor doesn'twant to share contact info?Many are concerned about sharing personalinformation and suspicious about organizing efforts.Making connections and feeling comfortable withothers can take time. Wait until people are ready toshare contact information. Affirm that contactinformation will just stay within the neighborhood.What emergencies haveyou experienced?What was it like for you and what concerns you mostnow? Most people in Napa have experienced at leastone emergency and can identify existing concerns theymay have relating to disasters.What should I consider asmy neighborhood?That is really up to each neighborhood. Typically 10-20homes is about right - your block on one or both sidesor your cul-de-sac. It might be different in anapartment complex or mobile home park. Think aboutnatural boundaries. In large groups, consider streetclusters.What is recognizableabout your home?A great way to start a conversation is by describing anyphysical identifiers on your home. (Ex: I'm the personthat lives in house with the big tree out front.) How do I start the conversation?First introduce yourself! Let people know why youhave been thinking about emergencypreparedness. We've had a lot of emergencies inNapa these last few years and it's important to beprepared.MYN Frequently Asked QuestionsWorking together to combine our skills and resources makes us more resilient and effective in responding toemergencies. During an emergency we all are vulnerable. Knowing people around you can reduce the chaos immediatelyafter a disaster. It might feel a little intimidating to try to connect with your neighbors about preparing together, butsometimes preparing on your own can be just as intimidating. Here are some questions to help get the conversationsstarted and connect when others are skeptical. Be patient, building relationships and collaborating takes time. Conversation Starters Working with your Neighborsnapavalleycoad.org/myn-faqs

Do NOT use candles during a power outage! -Candles may cause fires, especially if there's a gas leak. Instead use flashlights or aheadlamp.!Be sure your text alert is loud enough to wake you up in casethere is an EMERGENCY ALERT in the nightEvacuate immediately if you hear a Hi-Lo siren -A Hi-Lo siren is used to notify people of an emergency. Learn what the Hi-Lo siren sounds like: bit.ly/Hi-LoSirenHave a backup communication plan in case you lose power orcell connectivity -Have a backup communication plan in case you lose power or cell connectivity. Makesure everyone in your family knows the plan and where to reunite if you cannotconnect by phone. Texting is best during emergencies. Test your backup plans.Check in with your out-of-area contact and notify them ofyour situationMake a plan for your pets and livestock -Does your family’s emergency plan include your animals? Planning and preparation arecritical when it comes to protecting the health of your family, pets and livestock. visit: napacart.org or Call: 707-732-1555Keep a fire extinguisher handy in case of a small fireUse free apps - like Everbridge, Watch Duty, and MyShake -as a important sources of information that providenotifications about local disastersCommunity Emergency Response Team (CERT) - (CERT) educates people about the hazards that affect our community and trainsthem in basic disaster response skills, light search and rescue, team organization,personal preparedness, and disaster medical operations.For more information visit: https://bit.ly/Napa-CERTWhat to expect at an Evacuation Center/Shelter -Shelter and evacuation center locations may change depending on the disaster.Location information can be found on countyofnapa.org and via Everbridge.REMEMBER TO BRING YOUR CRITICAL DOCUMENTS! Create a GRAB LIST -This is a prioritized list of irreplaceable possessions that you will take if you have time toevacuate. Think about what you would not want to lose in an emergency, your grab listhelps keep these possessions from being left behind! bit.ly/GrabListPreparedness TipsHaving a plan, practicing it, and making it more familiar are life saving measures. Here aresome tips to consider when creating your emergency plan. Check out the MYN webpagefor more tips:napavalleycoad.org/tips-consejosFAQs/Tips

Map out your neighborhood - Draw the layout of your neighborhood, including buildings & houses,streets, landmarks such as fire hydrants and gas tanks, and where critical supplies can be found. Walkyour neighborhood! Number the houses in your neighborhood to correspond with your Contact List foreasy reference. Consider making a digital map of your neighborhood, but keep a hard copy incase you can't access the digital version in an emergency.

OK(OPTIONAL) We are OK and evacuated safely. You can contact us at:Position this sign in a place that is easily visible from the street so your neighborsor emergency personnel know you are OK. THIS SIGN DOES NOT REPLACE YOUREVACUATION TAG FOR THE NAPA COUNTY SHERIFF DEPARTMENT

HELPPosition this sign in a place that is easily visible from the street so yourneighbors or emergency personnel know you need assistance.