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                  • Assess the damage to your facility. Ensure it is safe before re-entering. Be sure all utilities are operational and safe before using.
• Assess the children, your staff and yourself for emotional issues that may develop after the event.
• Be aware of the wide range of emotional reactions and needs children might have and provide emotional support and care.
• Review and revise drills and evacuation plan as needed. TSUNAMIS
A tsunami is a series of extremely big or long ocean waves generated by earthquakes, volcanic eruptions or the displacement of a large mass of water.
PREPARE
• Be aware if your child care facility is located in a tsunami zone. • Be familiar with designated evacuation routes.
• Identify potential evacuation sites.
RESPOND
• A Tsunami Watch indicates the possibility of a tsunami.
• A Tsunami Warning confirms that there is a tsunami approaching.
• Stay tuned to the radio or television for emergency information and alert messages.
• Be prepared to evacuate if ordered by emergency officials.
• Communicate with parents about situation status and if you evacuated.
RECOVER
• If your facility has been hit by a tsunami, assess any damage. Do not return until it has been declared safe by safety officials.
• Don’t drink tap water until it has been declared safe.
• Assess the children, your staff and yourself for emotional issues that may develop
after the event.
• Be aware of the wide range of emotional reactions and needs children might have and provide emotional support and care.
• Review and revise drills and evacuation plan as needed.
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