NAP- Neighborhood Alliance of Pawtucket

See newsletter for various links and check NAP-ri posts as well for local RI EMA links and phone #

KingArthurArthur@yahoo.com for more info

Hurricane Preparation Ideas

http://www.neighborhoodlink.com/NAP-_Neighborhood_Alliance_of_Pawtucket/topics/300853?page=2

http://www.neighborhoodlink.com/NAP-_Neighborhood_Alliance_of_Pawtucket/topics/302016

http://www.neighborhoodlink.com/NAP-_Neighborhood_Alliance_of_Pawtucket/newsletters/468411

Helpful Resources

After the Storm:

Tips on how to deal - http://emergency.cdc.gov/mentalhealth/

What to do before & after a hurricane -  http://www.bt.cdc.gov/disasters/hurricanes/

Top 5 safety tips to know and share:

1. Power lines: When returning home, walk around outside first; check for downed power lines, gas leaks and structural damage. Do not enter if you smell gas.

2. Water safety: Listen to local officials for reports if water is safe to drink/safe to use to prepare food.

3. Roads: Damaged/flooded roads may still be closed. Barricades are there for your protection. If you see a barricade, turn around.

4: Blackouts: Leave a light on so you'll know when your power returns. More at <http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTIxMTAxLjExNjU5MjMxJm1lc3NhZ2VpZD1NREItUFJELUJVTC0yMDEyMTEwMS4xMTY1OTIzMSZkYXRhYmFzZWlkPTEwMDEmc2VyaWFsPTE3MjI4MTA0JmVtYWlsaWQ9ZjJmaGljQGJlbGxzb3V0aC5uZXQmdXNlcmlkPWYyZmhpY0BiZWxsc291dGgubmV0JmZsPSZleHRyYT1NdWx0aXZhcmlhdGVJZD0mJiY=&&&102&&&http://t.co/O6G6OwE5> http://ready.gov/blackouts.

5. Generators: NEVER use a generator inside, even with fans or open windows. Deadly levels of carbon monoxide can build up and linger.

How you can help Those impacted by Sandy:

1. Learn how to volunteer responsibly. Get the details <http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTIxMTAxLjExNjU5MjMxJm1lc3NhZ2VpZD1NREItUFJELUJVTC0yMDEyMTEwMS4xMTY1OTIzMSZkYXRhYmFzZWlkPTEwMDEmc2VyaWFsPTE3MjI4MTA0JmVtYWlsaWQ9ZjJmaGljQGJlbGxzb3V0aC5uZXQmdXNlcmlkPWYyZmhpY0BiZWxsc291dGgubmV0JmZsPSZleHRyYT1NdWx0aXZhcmlhdGVJZD0mJiY=&&&103&&&http://ow.ly/eUHH0> here.

2. Want to donate? Cash is best; go through trusted organizations. Details <http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTIxMTAxLjExNjU5MjMxJm1lc3NhZ2VpZD1NREItUFJELUJVTC0yMDEyMTEwMS4xMTY1OTIzMSZkYXRhYmFzZWlkPTEwMDEmc2VyaWFsPTE3MjI4MTA0JmVtYWlsaWQ9ZjJmaGljQGJlbGxzb3V0aC5uZXQmdXNlcmlkPWYyZmhpY0BiZWxsc291dGgubmV0JmZsPSZleHRyYT1NdWx0aXZhcmlhdGVJZD0mJiY=&&&104&&&http://www.fema.gov/volunteer-donate-responsibly> here.

3. Blood supply has been impacted. The Red Cross is seeking immediate blood and platelet donations! Make an appointment <http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTIxMTAxLjExNjU5MjMxJm1lc3NhZ2VpZD1NREItUFJELUJVTC0yMDEyMTEwMS4xMTY1OTIzMSZkYXRhYmFzZWlkPTEwMDEmc2VyaWFsPTE3MjI4MTA0JmVtYWlsaWQ9ZjJmaGljQGJlbGxzb3V0aC5uZXQmdXNlcmlkPWYyZmhpY0BiZWxsc291dGgubmV0JmZsPSZleHRyYT1NdWx0aXZhcmlhdGVJZD0mJiY=&&&106&&&http://www.redcrossblood.org/make-donation> now.

4. Have a child that was scared by Sandy? Reduce their anxiety with this excellent interview with Elmo from Sesame Street on the radio. <http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTIxMTAxLjExNjU5MjMxJm1lc3NhZ2VpZD1NREItUFJELUJVTC0yMDEyMTEwMS4xMTY1OTIzMSZkYXRhYmFzZWlkPTEwMDEmc2VyaWFsPTE3MjI4MTA0JmVtYWlsaWQ9ZjJmaGljQGJlbGxzb3V0aC5uZXQmdXNlcmlkPWYyZmhpY0BiZWxsc291dGgubmV0JmZsPSZleHRyYT1NdWx0aXZhcmlhdGVJZD0mJiY=&&&107&&&http://community.fema.gov/connect.ti/readynpm/messageshowthread?threadid=16398>

5.  MASSIVE SHORELINE CLEANUP: MANY VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

HURRICANE SANDY VOLUNTEER UPDATE

DATE/TIME: Wednesday, 10.31.12 -- 2:45 PM

Volunteers will be needed very soon to help clean up debris left by the hurricane. Westerly Chamber of Commerce is coordinating the beach area clean up and has called for volunteers. Washington Trust Bank and other businesses are helping.

If you can lend a hand for a couple of hours we will be needing your help as soon as the heavy earth-moving equipment operators complete their work in the Misquamicut Beach community.

Click HERE<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001hBORDFktnj33HBK-cY0AtbfWGy0ibtgwxnVcUQyKAsKearFjGgdbky61N2D2WJ1NcZhyHwvZ15tgPAkaBtAjQrPLeI4MbScL3EaegNIqm9ksBonenEBQGyS2d72PMSWYsSbEoZ2FOAk=> to sign up and let us know when you are available over the next five days.

Other southern RI shoreline clean-ups are being organized and we will inform you of them as the information becomes available.

For more information, contact Serve Rhode Island, (401) 331-2298.

Thank you. We will be in contact with you shortly.

Serve Rhode Island