Be Prepared

Hints

For the Car

Ample Fuel
De-icer
Emergency Kit
A Radio and Batteries
Mobile Phone with a fully charged battery
Spare clothing
Water or warm drink

For the Home

A supply of candles, matches, batteries and a torch
Radio, battery operated, tuned to the local radio station
A list of useful phone numbers – Police, utilities, Local Authority

Remember

Listen to travel advice
Make sure emergency equipment is accessible. Have standby arrangements such as cooking/heating sources
If you have vulnerable neighbours keep an eye on them.

If an incident does happen

Shout as loudly as possible.
If you think someone wants to steal something, do not fight back – your safety
is more important than your property.
When you are in a safe place, contact the police to report the incident.