Shelters

Sheltering in Place

When instructed by local officials, or for short term power outages, snowstorms, and events that do not force you from your dwelling, the most preferred place to shelter is in the comfort of your own home. You are familiar with the surroundings and seek a safe place on the lower level, away from windows and preferably near the corner walls. Your clothing, food, medicine, and personal items are there to aide in your comfort. A battery powered radio or television will provide information on the event. Tune in to Glastonbury’s Emergency Management Radio Station at 1570 AM for local information and the resources available in town. Remember the following:

• Stay calm
• Bring children and pets inside immediately
• Close and lock all windows and outside doors
• Turn off all ventilation systems that bring in outdoor air: including fans and air conditioners
• If you have a fireplace, close the dampermay
• Gather your emergency supply kit
• Shelter in place, until you are told all is safe
• Keep sufficient currency on hand for emergency purposes. ATM and other credit card machines not be functioning

Much time and research has gone into the evaluation of all local shelters. Each facility is rated for the capacity, design, resources, emergency power availability, and the location regarding the event in progress, among other considerations. The choices of shelters that will be used are determined by the event in progress and needs of the community. It is quite common to be directed to use one shelter during an emergency and a different shelter for the next emergency; even if the event in progress is similar. Always check with local officials before going to a shelter. Listen to Glastonbury’s Emergency Radio Station at 1570AM for directions regarding which shelter has been chosen for the emergency in progress. If directed to use a local shelter, be sure to bring blankets, pillows, medicines, personal items, pet food (if applicable), and change of clothes. PETS WILL BE ACCOMODATED IN SHELTER SITUATIONS.

Emergency Supplies should include: