HURRICANE BRIEF 2013 ARE you ready?

1. HURRICANE BRIEF 2013ARE you ready?

2. NAS Whiting Field EM / Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Manager -AFCM(AW) Paul Harper Paul.D.Harper@navy.mil EOC CDO / EM Assistant- ABH1(AW/SW) Alter Jason.alter@navy.mil EOC Phone: 850-623-7038 Secondary: 850-623-7986

3. Purpose • Basic Hurricane Information • Storm Hazards • Inland Flooding • Hurricane Emergency Kit • Important Documents • Evacuation Shelters • Personnel/Mustering Information • After the Storm • Conclusion

4. Basic Hurricane Information • Hurricane Season: June 1 – November 30. • Peak Months: August and September • Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Categories: 1 – 5 • Tropical Storms Named Alphabetically

5. Tropical Cyclone Conditions of Readiness (COR) • COR settings are levels of preparation, based on how soon damaging winds are expected to occur. Tropical Cyclone Conditions (TCC) of Readiness (ASHORE) COR 5: Destructive winds of > 50 kts are possible within 96 hrs COR 4: Destructive winds of > 50 kts are possible within 72 hrs COR 3: Destructive winds of > 50 kts are possible within 48 hrs COR 2: Destructive winds of > 50 kts are anticipated within 24 hrs COR 1: Destructive winds of > 50 kts are occuring or are anticipated within 12 hrs Set June 1st

6. Storm Surge • Storm surge is above the regular water table and mean sea level at time of landfall. • In the event of hurricane making landfall, do not attempt to cross open water bridges, and if living near water, evacuate.

7. Storm Surge • In 2004, the storm surge from Hurricane Ivan was responsible for the destruction of Grande Lagoon on Gulf Beach Hwy with multiple fatalities. • Ivan’s surge was also responsible for the death of a driver who was attempting to cross the I-10 Escambia Bay bridge: the surge was powerful enough to wash the truck off the bridge.

8. Hurricane Ivan Storm Surge Impact I-10 Bridge: Truck driver never found. Grand Lagoon: Several deaths.

9. Storm Hazards • Tornadoes: Can develop and touch down during strong storms. • Lightning: Can strike outside the storm. • First to arrive; last to leave • Can strike up to 10 miles outside a storm • 30/30 Rule: After seeing lightning, count until you hear thunder; if less than 30 seconds, seek shelter immediately.

10. Inland Flooding • Can occur during regular storms and during hurricanes. • Actions you can take if you live in an area with potential for flooding: • Have an evacuation plan. • 2. Do not attempt to cross waterways. • 3. Do not attempt to drive through standing water: • 6 inches of water can cause you to loose control of vehicle. • 2 feet of water can carry vehicle away, endangering passengers.

11. Evacuation Zones • Evacuation Zones for Santa Rosa Country are listed through the SRC Emergency Management website, and can be found at: • http://santarosa.roktech.net/ags/evac/ • This interactive map is an excellent resource for determining mandatory evacuations based on storm category.

12. Evacuation Routes(Escambia)

13. Evacuation Routes(Santa Rosa)

14. Hurricane Emergency Kit • Before hurricane season starts, prepare an emergency kit. Recommended items at www.ready.gov. • Example of items: 3-day supply of water/food for each person Medical kit/prescription medicines Flashlights/Battery-operated radio Diapers/formula Pet supplies

15. Important Documents Ensure important documents are safely secured and readily accessible: • Wills • Life Insurance Policies • Home Owners Insurance policies

16. Evacuation Shelters • Jay High School, 3741 School St • Chumuckla Community Center, 2355 Highway 182 • Milton Community Center, 5629 Byrom St. • Sims Middle School, 5500 Education Dr. • S.S. Dixon School, 5540 Education Dr. • Avalon Middle School, 5445 King Arthurs Way (pet friendly shelter) pre-register online: http://www.santarosa.fl.gov/emergency/shelters or call 850-983-4680 • Bennett C. Russell Elementary, 3740 Excalibur Way (special needs shelter) pre-register on-line: http://www.santarosa.fl.gov/emergency/specialneeds.html or call 850-983-5360 Santa Rosa County Shelters Pet Friendly/Special Needs http://www.santarosa.fl.gov/emergency/visitors.html

17. Help us help you! Update personal and family member information on these 3 sites: • https://navyfamily.navy.milLog in and select "My Info" tab at the top of page. This site will be used to muster you and your family members after a storm. • https://www.dmdc.osd.mil/appj/address/login/SelectLogin.doThis site is for DEERS info (both civilian and military need to check info) • https://twms.nmci.navy.mil/selfserviceLog in and select "Personal and Recall Info". This site will be used to pull orders for you and your family members in case an evacuation is ordered by the CO.

18. Mustering Information Two ways to muster: • Primary – Phone your Mustering Petty Officer. Provide applicable contact and location information for yourself and all dependants. • Secondary – If unable to contact Muster PO or supervisor, Call the NAS Whiting Field muster line at 1-888-623-WHTG(9484). Each NASWF Department and Tenant Command should have an SOP in place for mustering– ensure you know these procedures.

19. After the Storm • If you need relief, contact NFAAS (Navy Family Accountability and Assessment System) via the internet at: https://www.navyfamily.navy.mil • Do not return to work until given the go ahead! • Survey and document damage immediately! • Contact your insurance company. • American Red Cross and other relief agencies will be in the area assisting those with needs.

20. 2013 Season Forecast

21. Additional Web Resources • http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/ • http://www.usno.navy.mil/NOOC/fwc-n • http://www.redcross.org/prepare • http://www.weather.gov/safety • http://www.ready.navy.mil • http://www.bereadyescambia.com • http://www.santarosa.fl.gov/emergency • http://floridaevacuates.com/

22. Conclusion • Information is power, but only when put to use. • Do not wait until a storm is on its way to take action. • Better to evacuate and be safe than stay and perish. QUESTIONS?