Evacuation
Prepare departure essentials, routes, contacts and arrangements for household needs.
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Bag and departure essentials0 / 5
Use a comfortable manageable bag; do not overload it.
Pack practical clothes and socks.
Identify safe alternatives and follow official instructions.
Agree possible destinations and transport arrangements.
List medicines, phone, keys, glasses and other daily-use essentials.
Practice and assisted travel0 / 4
Practise with children and people who need assistance.
Arrange help in advance for those who cannot leave independently. Only needed where relevant: assistance needed.
Check everyone can carry their bag or arrange help.
Agree realistic assistance and check routes with the person involved. Only needed where relevant: assisted evacuation needs.
Contacts, meeting points and navigation0 / 4
Record family, neighbours, schools and essential providers.
Agree a nearby and an alternative location.
Choose a trusted person who can relay updates.
Download and keep paper route information for relevant places.
Documents, medication and pet arrangements0 / 5
Keep secure copies of essential IDs.
Record insurer contacts, policy numbers and cover.
Keep a modest secure amount in usable denominations.
Discuss continuity and an appropriate reserve with the pharmacist or prescriber; do not change doses. Only needed where relevant: prescription users.
Check destinations accept pets and arrange transport. Only needed where relevant: pet owners.
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