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MAKE A PLAN, GET A KIT, BE INFORMED & GET INVOLVED

A Household
Preparedness
GUIDE
AN INFORMATION RESOURCE
TO HELP CITIZENS PREPARE
FOR AND RESPOND TO
EMERGENCIES

2011
Brought to you by Harford County Government, The
Harford County Division of Emergency Operations and
the Harford County Citizen Corps Council.
WHAT’S YOU CAN
INSIDE… PREPARE FOR
You Can Prepare For Disaster 2

DISASTER
Personal Preparedness 3
Emergency Supplies 4
Taking Care of Emotional Needs 5
Helping Children With Disaster 6
Taking Shelter and Evacuation 7
Caring For Your Pets 8 Dear Harford County Resident,
Special Considerations 9
Calling 911 10
Harford County Hazards 11
Harford County has worked hard to prepare for
Flooding 12 emergencies. Our County government plans
Winter Weather 13 and drills regularly. Although the County can
Tornados 14 respond to disasters, only you can prepare
Hurricanes 15 yourself and your household for emergencies.
Terrorism 16
Nuclear Incident 17
As you read this guide, you’ll see how easy it is
Influenza Pandemic 18 to prepare.
Prescription drugs 19
Additional/Tips Information 20 Ready Harford describes many of the
How You Can Help 21 emergencies we could face as Harford County
Citizen Corps Council 22
Citizen Corps Participants 24
Residents and provides important information
Volunteer Opportunities 25 on how to respond and prepare. Following this
Emergency Management 40 advice will help you and your household take
Law Enforcement Agencies 41 control of disasters, Please read this guide
Libraries 42 carefully and keep it close at hand. Share the
Senior Centers 43
Fire Departments 44
information with your family, friends and
Maryland Citizen Corp Councils 45 neighbors. Be prepared!
Maryland Volunteer Centers 47
Program Spotlight 49 Ready Harford also provides opportunities for
Volunteer Spotlight 52 residents to volunteer. In this guide you will find
Emergency Reference Card 53
volunteer organizations that are part of the
Citizen Corps Council and need your help.

Together we can make Harford County safer,
stronger and better prepared.

Sincerely,

Reed Correll
Reed Correll, Chair,
Harford County Citizen Corps Council
PERSONAL PREPAREDNESS
After a disaster, you and your family should be prepared to be on your own for at
least seven days. In some emergencies, such as pandemic influenza, you may need
to prepare for a week or more. First Responders will be busy and may not be able
to provide immediate care to all who need it.

Before disaster strikes
Keep all exits clear.
• Choose a place for your family to meet
• Make sure all family members agree on an
after a disaster.
emergency plan. Give emergency
• Choose a person outside the immediate
information to babysitters or other
area for family members to contact in case
caregivers.
you get separated. This person should live
far enough away so he or she won’t be During an emergency or disaster
involved in the same emergency. • Keep calm and take time to think. Give
• Know how to contact your children at assistance where needed.
school or daycare, and how to pick them • Listen to your radio or television for official
up after a disaster. Let the school know if information and instructions.
someone else is authorized to pick them • Use the telephone for emergency calls only.
up. Keep your child’s emergency release • If you are ordered to evacuate, take your
card up to date. disaster supply kit and follow official
• Put together an emergency supply kit for directions to a safe place or temporary
your home and workplace. shelter.
• Know where the nearest fire and police
stations are located. After the emergency or disaster is over
• Learn your community’s warning signals, • Use caution in entering damaged buildings
what they sound like and what you should and homes.
do when your hear them. • Stay away from damaged electrical wires
• Learn first aid and CPR. Have a first aid and wet appliances.
kit, a first aid manual and extra medicine • Check food and water supplies for
for family members. contamination
• Learn how to shut off your water, gas, and • Notify your relatives that you are safe. But
electricity. Know where to find shut-off don’t tie up phone lines; they may be needed
valves and switches. for emergency calls.
• Keep a small amount of cash available. If • If government disaster assistance is
the power is out, ATM machines won’t available, the news media will announce
work. where to go to apply.
• If you have family members who don’t
speak English, prepare emergency cards
in English with their name, address and
information about medications or allergies.
Make sure they can find their cards at all
times.
• Make copies of your vital records and
store them in your disaster supply kit.
• Make sure family members know all the
possible ways to get out of your home. 3
Emergency Supplies
Government agencies will respond to community disasters, but citizens may be on
their own for hours, even days, after a disaster strikes. You should be prepared to
take care of yourself and your family for at least seven days. In some emergencies,
such as pandemic influenza, you may need to be prepared for a week or more.

Disaster Supply Kit
• One gallon of water per person per day
• Ready to eat canned meat, fruit and vegetables, canned/boxed juices, milk and
soup, food for infants and adults with special diets, and high emergency snacks
• Photocopies of licenses, insurance polices, birth certificates, credit cards in a
waterproof bag.
• Can opener
• First aid supplies and manual
• Special needs items such as eye glasses and medications
• A change of clothing for each person
• Sleeping bags or blankets
• Battery powered radio or television
• Flashlight with extra batteries
• Harford County Emergency Public
Information Calendar
• Waterproof matches
• Toys, books, puzzles, and games
• Extra house keys and car keys
• List of contact names and phone
numbers
• Food, water and supplies for pets
• Small tool kit
• Cash
• Personal care items
• Whistle

Harford County created the Ready Harford
campaign to help residents, businesses and
schools know what’s most important when it
comes to preparedness. For more information:
Contact the Harford County Citizen Corps
Council at 410-588-5724.

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Taking Care of Emotional Needs
It is natural to be upset when you think your health or the health of your loved ones
is threatened. Pay attention to your own feelings and take care of your emotional
needs, then you can better help friends and family members handle their concerns.

Coping with uncertainty
If you notice a big change in a loved one,
Anxiety can be related to fear of the
friend or co-worker, reach out to them.
unknown. It is normal to feel anxious and
Make some time to talk. Watching out for
worried during an emergency.
others shows you care and it can be
Everyone reacts differently to an comforting to both of you.
emergency
People often experience changes in their If you or someone you know is having a
physical, emotional or mental state, during hard time managing their emotions, seek
and after emergencies. For example, they help from a medical or mental health
may have trouble sleeping, experience anger professional.
or depression, or have problems at work or
school. If these reactions seem extreme or Get reliable information
last a long time, you should seek help. When an emergency happens, it is
important to keep things in perspective. Get
Here are some ways you can cope with information about the event from:
stress and anxiety
• Limit your exposure to graphic news • Newspaper, radio, and television.
stories. • Your health care provider.
• Get accurate, timely information from • Your local health department.
reliable sources. • Harford County Government.
• Maintain your normal routine as much as • Harford County Division of Emergency
possible. Operations.
• Avoid drugs and excessive drinking.
• Exercise, eat well and get enough sleep.
• Stay active physically and mentally. If you or a loved one needs help during
• Stay in touch with family and friends. a crisis, please contact the Mobile
• If you can, help others. Crisis Team.
• Keep a sense of humor.
• Share your concerns with others.

Stay connected
Ask for help if you need it. If your anxiety
about a disaster gets in the way of your daily
life, talk to someone you trust. This may be
your doctor, a family member, teacher, or
mental health professional.

Source: Emergency Resource Guide 2007 published by Washington State Department of Health.
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Helping Children after a Disaster
It is important to remember some children may never show distress, while others
may not give evidence of being upset for several weeks or even months after an
emergency. Other children may not show a change in behavior, but may still need
your help.

Children may exhibit the following behaviors
after a disaster: • Go back to former routines as soon as
• Be upset over the loss of a favorite toy or possible. Maintain a regular schedule for
possession that is important to them. the children.
• Change from being quiet, obedient, and • Reassure children that the disaster was
caring to loud, noisy, and aggressive, or not their fault.
change from being outgoing to shy and • Let children have some control, such as
afraid. choosing clothing or what meal to have for
• Develop night time fears (nightmares, fear dinner.
of the dark or sleeping alone). • Re-establish contact with extended family.
• Be afraid the event will reoccur. • Help your children learn to trust adults
• Become easily upset. again by keeping promises you make.
• Lose trust in adults. • Help your children regain faith in the
• Revert to younger behavior (bed-wetting, future by making plans.
thumb sucking). • Get needed health care as soon as
• Want to stay close to parents. Refuse to go possible.
to school or day care. • Spend extra time with your children at
• Feel they caused the disaster because of bedtime.
something they did. • Make sure children eat healthy meals and
• Become afraid of wind, rain or sudden loud get enough rest.
noises. • Allow special privileges for a short period
• Have symptoms of illness, such as of time, such as leaving the light on when
headaches, vomiting or fever. they go to bed.
• Worry about where they and their family will • Find ways to emphasize to your children
live. that you love them.
• Allow children time to grieve losses.
Things parents can do to help their children: • Develop positive anniversary activities to
• Talk with children about how they are commemorate the event. These may bring
feeling. Assure them that it’s okay to have tears, but they are also a time to celebrate
those feelings. survival and the ability to get back to a
• Help children learn to use words that normal life.
express their feelings, such as “happy” or
“sad”.
• Children should not be expected to be
brave or tough. Tell them its okay to cry.
• Don’t give children more information than
they can handle about the disaster.
• Assure fearful children you will be there to
care for them: consistently reassure them.

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Source: Emergency Resource Guide 2007 published by Washington State Department of Health.
TAKING SHELTER AND EVACUATING
If the safety and well-being of county residents is ever jeopardized, either by a
man-made or natural incident, government officials will use Emergency Alert
Stations (EAS) to notify the public.

When you evacuate:
Carry along your emergency supply kit including a copy of the Harford County
Emergency Public Information Calendar. Follow the instructions found on the evacuation
map for your area printed in the calendar or report to the reception center identified in
emergency instructions.
Notify a family member or close friend of your temporary relocation.
Schools will evacuate to pre-designated host schools.
Parents of children enrolled in daycare centers should check with the individual center for
its plan when enrolling their child.
Leave plenty of food and water for livestock.
Turn off lights, fans, air conditioners and appliances except for refrigerators and freezers.
Lock windows and doors. Tie a white cloth to the front door to indicate you have
evacuated.
Do not return home until you are told the area is safe.

Taking Shelter:

Go inside a secure building and close all
doors and windows. Tape cracks for extra
protection.
Shut off all outside air intakes such as fans,
air conditioners.
Keep pets inside with you.
Shelter farm animals in barns and sheds.
Move to a central area of the building;
if possible have your emergency supply
kit with you.
School children will take shelter where
they are. Do not attempt to pick up your
children. They will be safe and well taken
care of until the danger passes.
Limit telephone use to reporting
emergencies or to request special assistance
emergency calls only.
Stay indoors until you are told it is safe to
go outside.
If in a vehicle, close the windows and vents.

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CARING FOR YOUR PETS DURING AN EMERGENCY
When an emergency evacuation occurs, pets will not be allowed in emergency shelters for
public health and safety reasons. Planning ahead can save your pet’s life and make yours
easier, according to the Harford County Division of Emergency Operations and Harford
County Animal Control.

Before disaster strikes
• Find a safe place for your pets to stay.
Emergency pet shelters, animal control
shelters, veterinary clinics and friends
homes outside of risk area. Some hotels
and motels may allow you to bring pets;
others may suspend their “no pet” rules
during an emergency. Check ahead to
make sure you can bring your pet.
• Make sure your pets wear current ID tags
all the time and that carriers for each pet
are labeled with contact information.
• Be sure your pets vaccinations are current.
Pet shelters may require proof of vaccines.

During a disaster
• Keep pets in the house as emergency situations develop so you can locate them.
• Don’t wait until the last minute to get ready. Warnings may be issued hours or days in
advance.
• Follow emergency instructions issued by emergency management or other local officials.
• Harford County Animal Control will provide sheltering to domesticated animals during or
after a disaster. Residents should bring their pets to the Harford County Reception Center
when requested to do so.
• Take your pet’s immunizations and health records with you to prevent them from being
damaged.
• If you must leave your pet behind, follow these tips:
1) Bring the pet indoors.
2) Leave plenty of food and water in a non-spill bowl.
3) Put large or dangerous animals in carriers to reduce the possibility of them getting loose.

For more information, contact Animal Control or Emergency Operations

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SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS
Harford County residents with disabilities and other special needs should consider forming
a support network of family members, friends and neighbors to assist them during an
emergency. Residents who do not have a support network should fill out the yearly
Emergency Needs Survey to get assistance during an emergency evacuation.

Persons with disabilities
The following checklist represents information from the Federal Emergency Management Agency
and the American Red Cross for this purpose.

Develop a support network by making arrangements with family members, friends and/or
neighbors to assist with transportation during an evacuation.
Arrange for more than one person from your support network to check on you in an emergency.
If vision or hearing impaired, plan ahead for someone to convey essential emergency
information to you.
Teach those who may need to assist you in an emergency how
to operate necessary equipment.
Learn what to do in case of power outages and personal injuries.
Consider getting a medical alert system.
Store back-up equipment (mobility, medical-related, etc.)
at your neighbor’s home, school or at your workplace.
Have a cell phone with an extra battery or access to a
phone that doesn’t require electricity.
Be prepared to provide clear, specific and concise
instructions to first responders.

You don’t have to be the only one prepared. Encourage others to be prepared and consider
volunteering or working with local authorities on disability and other special needs preparedness
efforts.

Only fill out the form below if you would require assistance leaving your residence during
an emergency evacuation. Please do not fill out this form if you have a support network i.e.
family members, neighbor, etc. that can assist you with evacuation.

CANNOT HEAR – Will not hear sirens or Emergency Alert System (EAS)
messages. TTY/TTD phone number if available____________________.

CANNOT SEE/BLIND – Requires assistance leaving residence.

CANNOT WALK – Bedridden, wheel chair bound Or need
special vehicle or ambulance to evacuate because of mobility
equipment or life support equipment.
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CALLING 911
The Harford County 911 Telephone System exists to assist citizens with police, fire and medical
emergencies. It is not to be used for non-emergency calls which can create delays in handling
other very serious emergencies that require immediate attention. DO NOT CALL 911 FOR NON-
EMERGENCY TRANSPORTATION! Instead, use a taxi or call a private ambulance service listed
under “ambulance” in your local telephone directory.

What happens when you call 911?
The 911 call taker answering your call will electronically receive your address and telephone
number. If you are calling for someone else at a different location, be sure to relay that
information. Remain calm and give direct answers to the questions asked.

Critical Information Needed by the Call Taker/Dispatcher
• What is the emergency? I need police, fire department,
ambulance.
• Where is the emergency? Give the address, including
building number/name, apartment number and nearest
cross street.
• What’s the problem? What happened?
• Who needs help? Age/number of people involved.
• Are they conscious?, Are they breathing?

You may be asked additional questions so the dispatcher can send the right type of help. All
questions are important.

Fire Emergency
• If your house is on fire, LEAVE the house and call from a neighbor’s or mobile telephone.

Police Emergency
• Be prepared to answer questions on the description of the suspect, weapons and vehicles
involved.

Medical Emergency
• The dispatcher may also provide you with critical pre-arrival instructions such as CPR or
methods to control bleeding.

How you can help before first responders arrive
• Assure the patient, help is on the way. • Turn your outside lights on.
• Stay on the line with the dispatcher until • Secure pets, especially dogs, in a separate area.
he/she tells you to hang up. • Have a visible address that is easily read from a
• If possible, send someone to wait out front to distance.
direct emergency personnel in.

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HARFORD COUNTY HAZARDS
KNOW YOUR COUNTY HAZARDS
• Contact the Harford County Division of Emergency Operations at 410-638-4900 or log onto
www.fema.gov.
• Find out what types of disasters could occur and how you should respond.
• Learn your community’s warning signals and evacuation plans. Assess your risks and identify
ways to make your home and property more secure.

When severe weather is threatening your area, stay tuned to radio or television stations for
updates and be ready to take action if necessary.

Watches & Warnings Can Make All the Difference

Storm Watch
Severe weather may affect the area.

Storm Warning
Severe weather conditions are imminent.

Traveler’s Advisory
Issued if travel is expected to be difficult or dangerous
Thunderstorms
Flooding
•Stay inside a building or a hard-top
•Listen to EAS for evacuation instructions.
vehicle.
•Avoid streams, marshes and other low-
•Avoid showering, bathing or using a house
lying areas that are prone to sudden
phone except in an emergency.
flooding.
•Unplug appliances and computers.
•Never walk through moving water more
•If outside, never stand under a tall tree in than six inches deep.
an open area. Go to a low place such as a
•Do not drive into flooded areas.
valley or ravine. But be mindful of flash
floods.

Tornados Hurricanes
•If outside, go to the designated storm •Plan a flood-free evacuation route.
shelter or central area on the lowest level of
•Clear your yard of all loose objects.
the building.
•Shutter, board or tape windows.
•If in a vehicle, mobile home or trailer, get
out and seek shelter in a storm shelter or •If instructed by authorities, turn off utilities
the lowest level of a sturdy building. at the main valves or switches.
•If out in the open, lie flat in a ditch or •If not required to evacuate, stay indoors
depression and cover your head with your in a central room, closet or hallway on the
first floor.
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arms.
FLOODING
Floods are the most common and widespread of all natural disasters. Most American communities
can experience some kind of flooding after spring
rains, heavy thunderstorms or winter snow thaws.

Dam failures are potentially the most catastrophic
of flooding events. A dam failure is usually the
result of structural damage caused by a major
event such as an earthquake. When a dam fails,
a large amount of water is suddenly let loose
downstream, destroying anything in its path.

Before A Flood
• Find out if you live in a flood prone area. • Have check valves installed in building
sewer traps to prevent flood waters from
• If you live in a frequently flooded area, backing up in sewer drains.
stockpile emergency building materials
such as plywood, plastic sheeting, lumber, •Contact your insurance agent to discuss
nails and sandbags. flood insurance (www.floodsmart.com).

• Have your disaster supply kit ready.
During a Flood
If indoors: If caught outdoors:
• Turn on battery-powered radio to get the • Go to higher ground and stay there.
latest emergency information.
• Do not walk through even slow-moving
• Get your emergency supply kit and flood waters as swiftly moving water, even
move to the second floor or roof of your if a foot deep can sweep you off your feet.
home.
• If your car stalls, abandon it and climb to
• Wait for help. Do not attempt to drive on higher ground.
flooded roads.

After a Flood:
• Only return home when authorities say it’s safe to do so.
• Avoid water or food that’s come in contact with flood waters.
• Pump out and test well water before using.
• Enter your home only when flood waters have receded around the building.
• Operate battery-powered lanterns or flashlights to examine buildings.
• Look for hazards like leaking gas lines, flooded electrical circuits.
• Leave if you smell gas and contact a professional to correct the problem.
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WINTER WEATHER
Extreme Cold, Snow, Ice, Sleet and Freezing Rain
Dozens of Americans each year die due to exposure
to cold. Add to that the number vehicle accidents and
fatalities; fires due to dangerous use of heaters and
other winter weather fatalities.

Threats such as hypothermia and frostbite, can lead
to loss of fingers and toes or cause permanent kidney,
pancreas and liver injury, even death. You must
prepare properly to avoid these extreme dangers.

When Outside
• Dress warmly with layers of loose-fitting Guard Against Frostbite, Hypothermia
light weight clothing and stay dry. Wear • Frostbite is a severe reaction to cold
mittens, hats, scarves, and water repellent exposure that can permanently damage its
coats. victims. A loss of feeling and a white or pale
• Cover your mouth to protect your lungs appearance in fingers, toes, nose and ear
from extremely cold air. lobes are symptoms of frostbite.
• Avoid overexertion. Cold weather puts an
added strain on the heart. Unaccustomed • Hypothermia is a condition brought on
exercise such as shoveling snow or when the body temperature drops due to
pushing a car can bring on a heart attack or prolonged exposure to temperatures less
make a preexisting medical condition than 55 degrees Fahrenheit. Symptoms
worse. include uncontrollable shivering, slow
• Watch for signs of frostbite or hypothermia. speech, memory lapses, frequent
stumbling, drowsiness and exhaustion.
Equip your vehicle with a winter storm
survival kit: • If frostbite or hypothermia is suspected,
• Cell phone, car charger and extra battery. warm the person and seek immediate
• Blanket/sleeping bag. assistance. Never give a frostbite or
• Flashlight with extra batteries. hypothermia victim something with caffeine
• First aid kit, tool kit. in it (coffee or soft drinks) or alcohol.
• High-calorie, non-perishable food, water. Caffeine, a stimulant, can cause the heart
• Extra clothing to keep dry. to beat faster and hasten the effects the
• Tissues or paper towels. cold has on the body. Alcohol, a
• Sack of sand or cat litter for traction. depressant, can slow the heart and also
• Windshield scraper and brush. hasten the ill effects of cold body
• Battery booster cables. temperatures.
• Compass and road maps.

When Ice Becomes the Problem
Heavy accumulations of ice can bring down trees and topple utility poles and
communication towers disrupting communications and power for days. Even small
accumulations of ice can be extremely dangerous to motorists and pedestrians.
Bridges and overpasses are particularly dangerous because they freeze before
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other surfaces.
TORNADOS
When a tornado is forecast, you have only a short time to make life-or-death decisions.
Advance planning and quick response are the keys to surviving a tornado.

Large hail: Tornadoes are spawned from very powerful thunderstorms and the most powerful
storms produce large hail. Tornadoes frequently emerge from near the hail-producing portion of
the storm.

Calm before the storm: Before a tornado hits, the wind may die down and the air may become
very still.

Cloud of debris: An approaching cloud of debris can mark the location of a tornado even if a
funnel cloud is not visible.

Funnel cloud: A visible rotating extension of the cloud base is a sign that a tornado may
develop. A tornado is evident when one or more of the clouds turns greenish and a dark funnel
descends.

Roaring noise: the high winds of a tornado can cause a roar that is often compared to the
sound of a freight train.

Calm behind the storm: Tornadoes generally occur near the trailing edge of a severe
thunderstorm. It is not uncommon to see clear, sunlit skies behind a tornado.

BEFORE A TORNADO STRIKES: If outdoors
• Learn the tornado warning signs. • If no shelter is available or there’s no time
• Have the recommended disaster supply kit to go indoors, lay in a ditch, a low-lying
available. area or crouch near a strong building.
• Follow the advisories issued by forecasters
which describe the location, strength and AFTER THE TORNADO
movement of the storm or tornado. • Check for injured or trapped persons.
• Designate a basement, storm cellar or • Administer first aid when appropriate.
lowest level area in the home as a shelter • Stay out of damaged buildings.
and practice having everyone go there in • Return home only when authorities say it is
response to a tornado threat. safe.

DURING A TORNADO:
If Indoors
• Go at once to your designated shelter area.
• If there is no basement, go to an inner
hallway or a small inner room.
•Stay away from windows.

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Hurricanes
Hurricane season generally runs from late June
through November with August and September
usually serving as the most active months of the
season.

Residents living in coastal regions are more
susceptible to being effected by a hurricane.
Harford County Maryland is vulnerable to
hurricanes as it borders the Chesapeake Bay
and Atlantic Ocean region.

Q: What is a Hurricane?

A: A hurricane is a tropical storm with winds that have reached a constant speed of at least 74 miles per
hour.

Take Action Before, During and After a Hurricane
Before
• Trim back dead or weak branches from trees and shrubbery.
• Make emergency plans for pets.
• Check on emergency equipment: working flashlights, generators, batter-powered radio and cell phones.
• Gas up and service family vehicles.
• Prepare to cover all windows with shutters or other shield material.
• Clear your yard and porch area of light-weight objects.
• Review your evacuation plan.
• It’s suggested you evacuate if you live in a mobile home, on the coastline, near a river or near a flood
plain.
•Follow emergency procedures in your Harford County Public Information Calendar.

During
• Closely monitor radio or television broadcasts for official instructions.
• Close storm shutters.
• Follow instructions issued by local officials.
• Notify family members or friends outside of the warning zone of your evacuation plans.
• Take pets with you, if possible.
• Turn off propane tanks.
• Unplug small appliances.
• If sheltering in place stay inside, away from windows, skylights and glass doors.

After
• Return home only when authorities say its safe to do so.
• Look for hazards such as broken or leaking gas lines, flooded electrical circuits or submerged furnaces
or electrical appliances.
• Open windows and leave if you smell gas.
• Do not drink or prepare food with tap water until officials say it is safe.

Adopted in part from Hurricanes. . .Unleashing Nature’s Fury: A Preparedness Guide from the U.S.
Department of Commerce, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, National Weather 15
Service and the American Red Cross.
TERRORISM
If you are prepared for any emergency or disaster, you will be prepared for terrorism.

The probability of a terrorist attack in Harford County is slight, however it could occur. You
are at far greater risk from other natural and man made hazards such as hurricanes or
hazardous material incidents along Interstate 95 or the railroad corridor. A terrorism attack
is really not much different from any other emergency or disaster that might strike the
county if you are prepared and know what to do.

Preparing for the Unexpected

• Confirm reports using reliable information sources, such as the government or media. Do not
spread rumors.

• Be alert and aware of your surroundings.

• Do not accept packages from strangers. Do not leave luggage unattended.

• Learn where emergency exits are located.

• Report ongoing, suspicious activity to law enforcement agencies by calling 911 immediately.

• Learn to identity suspicious packages and letters and what action should be taken to protect
yourselves and others.

For more information on any of these subjects, visit the following web sites:
www.harfordcountymd.gov/EOC/Emerplan, www.harfordsheriff.org , www.fema.gov,
www.dhs.gov, www.mema.state.md.us , www.redcross.org and www.ready.gov .

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NUCLEAR INCIDENT
Special plans have already been developed to protect the public
in the event of a nuclear incident in our area. These plans give
specific attention to citizens who live work or visit within 10
miles of a nuclear power plant. If necessary, area officials would
declare an emergency and take measures to ensure public safety.

Warning Sirens
If you hear sirens in within a 10-mile radius of Peach Bottom and are not sure what they mean,
tune to the designated Emergency Alert System Stations for Harford County. Radio stations
WBAL 1090AM, WXCY 103.7FM, WHFC 91.1FM and television station COMCAST Channel 21
and Clearview Channel 7.

Shelter-in-Place or Evacuation
Officials may recommend that people either take shelter indoors or evacuate an area. It is
critically important that you follow the recommended course of action. Staying home when
instructed to evacuate or driving around when urged to stay indoors could expose you and your
loved ones to danger unnecessarily.

EVACUATION
ROUTE

Evacuation Route/Reception Centers

• Evacuation Route: Local routes to Maryland Route 136. Make a right turn onto Cool Spring
Road. Make a left turn onto Thomas Run Road. Harford Community College will be 2.2 miles
on the left of Thomas Run Road.

• Reception Center: Harford Community College

Source: Emergency Planning for the Peach Bottom Area: Important Safety Information for
Your Community 2007/2008 published by Exelon.
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INFLUENZA PANDEMIC
An influenza pandemic is a worldwide outbreak of a new flu virus
An influenza or flu pandemic is an outbreak of a new type of flu virus
that spreads rapidly from one country to another. Because the virus is
new, people have no natural immunity to it and vaccine will not be
available for many months. Without vaccine or immunity, the virus
passes rapidly from person to person. Hundreds of thousands in our
country could get sick, and many could die.

There have been three large flu pandemics in the 20th century –
1918, 1957, and 1968. No one knows where or when the next
one will begin, but health officials agree that it is only a matter
of time.

What to expect if an outbreak occurs
A flu pandemic could be devastating, so everyone should be prepared for the worst. With up to
one-third of the workforce sick or staying home, supplies and services could be limited or
disrupted.

Extraordinary measures could be required. You may be asked to stay away from other people,
large public events like concerts or sports could be cancelled, and schools could be closed.
Health officials may issue orders to keep people with the virus at home or in special facilities. You
may be asked to wear a mask in medical facilities or other public places.

A flu pandemic could last a long time. The 1918 flu pandemic lasted 18 months.

What to do now
• Know school policies about illness and absence. Make a plan for taking care of your children if
schools are closed for long periods.
• Be prepared to stay home from work when you are sick. Know work policies about sick leave,
absences, time off and telecommuting.
• Encourage planning. Every workplace should have a plan for doing essential tasks if large
numbers of employees are absent over many months.
• Be prepared to get by for a week or more on what you have at home. Stores may no be open
or may have limited supplies.

Prevent the spread of germs
The flu virus is spread from person to person when an infected person coughs, sneezes or
touches things that others use. To protect yourself and others:
• Cover your mouth and nose when you cough or sneeze. Cough into your sleeve or cover your
mouth and nose with a tissue.
• Wash your hands. Soap and warm water are best, but alcohol-based hand gel or disposable
wipes also work.
• If you share a workstation, computer or phone, wipe it down with disinfectant wipes before use.

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PRESCRIPTIONS
How are you going to obtain
your prescriptions following a
disaster?
In September 2005, Hurricane Katrina forced hundreds
of thousands of individuals from their homes. Many
people who took prescription medications had difficulty
filling their medications following the disaster since they
did not have access to their paper medical record.

In order to prevent this situation from recurring in the future, the nation’s community pharmacies
and the Pharmacy Health Information Exchange, operated by SureScripts are partnering with the
American Medical Association and Informed Decisions to include the largest possible
number of professional caregivers in a new program called Emergency Rx History. This new
program uses technology which would allow physicians and pharmacists anywhere in the country
to securely access an information service that contains the prescription history of a patient from a
disaster area. This new program helps to prevent medication errors and provides faster treatment
to those who require lifesaving medication. All communications within Emergency Rx History are
HIPPA and state law compliant with respect to privacy and security.

How does Emergency Rx History benefit patients?
Emergency Rx History will allow individuals who have been displaced by natural disasters or other
kinds of emergencies to receive faster, safer access to life-saving prescription medications.

How will the Emergency Rx History service benefit physicians?
Emergency Rx History allows physicians to view a patient’s prescription history from different
providers regardless of whether the patient is covered by a drug plan or pays cash. Physicians
will be able to identify potential drug interactions with other drugs and allergies. Physicians
anywhere in the country can view a prescription history on any patient in the country.

How will the Emergency Rx History service benefit pharmacists?
Pharmacists will be able to see a patient’s prescription history when they issue new prescriptions
to make sure there are no interactions.

We hope that we never again have to respond to another disaster such as Katrina, but the
healthcare community is taking steps to prepare for this possibility. This is why Emergency Rx
History was created and why we are hoping more and more providers will use this valuable
program.

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ADDITIONAL TIPS/INFORMATION

Connect CTY

This system provides public safety officials the ability to send vital
emergency messages to all affected residents and businesses within
a matter of minutes. Notifications may include severe weather,
imminent flood warnings, missing persons, and other important
information that can help ensure the safety of the citizens of Harford
County.
This new technology will also enable Harford County to send voice or text messages to cell
phones, PDA’s, emails and TTY/TDD for the hearing impaired. Although all publicly available
residential and business telephone numbers have already been automatically entered into the
system, County officials are urging citizens and business owners to add unlisted telephone
numbers, cell phone numbers, and email addresses by registering for free at
www.harfordpublicsafety.org and clicking on the SIGN UP NOW button.

Listen to Public Alerts, Warnings

State and county officials have prepared action plans for any emergency. Should an incident occur,
you will be notified of any actions you should take. When an emergency occurs, county officials will
sound a steady three-minute siren tone. County emergency services also may use loud speakers and
door to door notification. The siren is a signal for you to tune your radio to your local Emergency Alert
System Station (WXCY 103.7 FM, WHFC 91.1 FM, WBAL 1090 AM and Harford Cable Network
Comcast Channel 21, Armstrong Channel 7 & Verizon FiOS Channel 31.) and listen for emergency
instructions.

If you hear an emergency siren, do the following:
• Remain calm.
• Turn on your local Emergency Alert System Station and listen for instructions.
• If you do not hear emergency announcements, it is probably a test, but listen a while longer to be
sure (Check your Emergency Public Info Calendar).
• Develop an emergency communication plan in case family members are separated during a
disaster.
Watch the Ready Harford TV show

The Ready Harford TV show airs on Harford Cable Network on
Tuesdays at 7:00.

Each episode has subject matter experts that teach residents
how to prepare for and respond to any type of disaster or
emergency.

Surviving the Storm

June is Hurricane Preparedness Month. Keep an eye out for the
Surviving the Storm newspaper distributed by the Aegis.

This paper provides all the information you need to survive the 20
storm.
HOW YOU CAN HELP
Many of the tips in this guide are designed to help you and your household. Here’s what you can
do to help the county recover from all kinds of emergencies.

Become a Volunteer

• It is best to affiliate with a recognized disaster volunteer organization such as the Red Cross or
the salvation Army before a disaster happens.

• Before going directly to volunteer at a relief organization, hospital or disaster site after a disaster,
wait for instructions from local officials, or check with specific organizations.

• Be Patient, in the wake of a disaster, there are often many people waiting to volunteer. However,
there may be a greater need for volunteers in the weeks and months after a disaster.

• There are many causes and issues that might be important to you. Even if you don’t want to
volunteer in emergency response, there are many opportunities that might deal with an issue you
feel strong about.

Make a Donation

• Making a financial contribution to a volunteer agency involved in disaster relief is often the most
sensible and efficient way of helping people in need after a disaster.

• Before donating any goods, including food or clothing, wait for instructions from local officials or
check with a specific organization. Unneeded items overwhelm the recovery effort and may go to
waste.

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HARFORD COUNTY CITIZEN CORPS COUNCIL
Citizen Corps is a grass-roots movement that actively involves everyone in making
communities across America safer, stronger, and better prepared. We all have a role to
play in keeping our hometowns safe and secure and Citizen Corps teaches citizens how
to prepare for an emergency, provides training on emergency preparedness and gives
citizens the opportunity to volunteer.
Citizen Corps also helps promote “Ready Harford”
a public service campaign that urges people to take
some basic steps to prepare for disasters and other
emergencies. This includes purchasing an
emergency supply kit, developing a family
communication plan, being informed, and getting
involved.

NATIONAL CITIZEN CORPS PROGRAMS

The Community Emergency Response Team program
educates people about disaster preparedness and
trains them in basic disaster response skills, such as
fire safety, light search and rescue, and disaster
medical operations.

Using their training, CERT members can assist others in their neighborhood or
workplace following an event and can take a more active role in preparing their
community.

The Fire Corps promotes the use of citizen advocates
to enhance the capacity of resource-constrained fire
and rescue departments at all levels: volunteer,
combination and career.

Citizen advocates can assist local fire departments in a range of activities including
fire safety outreach, youth programs, and administrative support. Fire Corps provides
resources to assist fire and rescue departments in creating opportunities for citizen
advocates and promotes citizen participation. Funded through the Department of
Homeland Security, Fire Corps is managed and implemented through a partnership
between the National Volunteer Fire Council, the International Association of Fire
Fighters, and the International Association of Fire chiefs.

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NATIONAL CITIZEN CORPS PROGRAMS

An expanded Neighborhood watch Program
incorporates terrorism awareness education into its
existing crime prevention mission. It also serves as a
venue to bring residents together to focus on
emergency preparedness and emergency response
training.

The program is funded by the Department of Justice and administered by the National
Sheriff’s Association.

The Medical reserve Corps Program strengthens
communities by helping medical, public health and
other volunteers offer their expertise throughout the
year as well as during local emergencies and other
times of community need.

MRC volunteers work in coordination with existing community public health initiatives,
such as outreach and prevention, immunization programs, blood drives, case
management, care planning, and other efforts. The MRC program is administered by
the Dept. of Health and Human Services (HHS).

Volunteers in Police Service (VIPS) strive to enhance
the capacity of state and local law enforcement to
utilize volunteers. VIPS serves as a gateway to
resources and information for and about law
enforcement volunteer programs.

Funded by the Department of Justice, VIPS is managed and implemented by the
International Association of Chiefs of Police.

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HARFORD COUNTY CITIZEN CORPS PARTICIPANTS

Agency/Organization Phone Number
American Red Cross 410-624-2000
Commission on Disabilities 410-638-3373
Harford Cable Network 410-638-3899
Harford Community College 443-412-2000
Harford County Chaplains Corps 410-588-5724
Harford County CERT 410-588-5724
Harford County Fire & EMS Association 410-638-4700
Harford County Division of Emergency Operations 410-638-4900
Harford County Government 410-638-3000
Harford County Health Department 410-838-1500
Harford County Medical Reserve Corps 410-877-1026
Harford County Public Library 410-273-5600
Harford County Public Schools 410-588-5331
Harford County Sheriff’s Office 410-838-6600
Harford Jewish Center 410-939-3170
Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness Program 410-612-1510
Jarrettsville Volunteer Fire Company 410-692-7890
Office on Mental Health 410-803-8726
Mountain Christian Church 410-879-1355
Neighborhood Watch 410-838-6600
Radio Amateur Civil Emergency Services 410-638-4900
Ripken Stadium 410-297-9292
Tabitha’s House 410-877-9730
Upper Chesapeake Health System 443-643-1000
Volunteer Harford 410-638-4444

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HARFORD COUNTY VOLUNTEER OPORTUNITIES

Organization Name: American Red Cross

Organization Address: 4800 Mount Hope Drive, Baltimore, MD 21215

Organization Contact: Pam Tice

Organization Phone Number: 410-624-2000

Organization Website: http://www.redcross-cmd.org

Short description about organization: The American red Cross Disaster Services
mission is to ensure nationwide disaster planning, preparedness, community disaster
education, mitigation and response that will provide the American people with quality
services in a uniform, consistent and responsive manner. The Red Cross works in
partnership with people affected by disasters to help them return to living
independently as quickly as possible.

List each volunteer opportunity and short description of expected duties: Varies

Minimum age to volunteer: Varies

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HARFORD COUNTY VOLUNTEER OPORTUNITIES
Organization Name: Commission on Disabilities

Organization Address: 319 South Main Street, Bel Air, Maryland 21014

Organization Contact: Sharon Grzanka, Disabilities Coordinator

Organization Phone Number: 410-638-3373 voice/TTY

Organization Website: www.harfordcountymd.gov/services/disabilities

Short description about organization: The Commission on Disabilities was
established in 1995 to serve as the voice of the disability community in Harford
County. Members are appointed by the County Executive, with the approval of the
County Council. The commission is dedicated to helping the more than 25,000
Harford County citizens participate fully in our community.

List each volunteer opportunity and short description of expected
duties: Members are appointed as vacancies occur.

Minimum age to volunteer: Student representative must be entering one of his/her
two last years of high school.

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HARFORD COUNTY VOLUNTEER OPORTUNITIES
Organization Name: Harford County Chaplains Corps

Organization Address: 2220 Ady Road, Forest Hill, Maryland 21050

Organization Contact: Reed Correll

Organization Phone Number: 410-588-5724

Organization Website: N/A

Short description about organization: The Harford County Chaplains Corps was
created to unify the different Chaplain groups within the county and to ensure that
spiritual care is available to first responders and the public before, during and after a
disaster or emergency.

List each volunteer opportunity and short description of expected
duties: Ordained, licensed and lay people are needed to provide spiritual care during
and after a disaster or emergency.

Minimum age to volunteer: 21

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HARFORD COUNTY VOLUNTEER OPORTUNITIES

Organization Name: Harford County Community Emergency Response Teams
(CERT)

Organization Address: 2220 Ady Road, Forest Hill, Maryland 21050

Organization Contact: Reed Correll

Organization Phone Number: 410-588-5724

Organization Website: www.harfordpublicsafety.org/CitizenCorp/CERT.cfm

Short description about organization: CERT is a comprehensive all hazards
program that teaches participants light search and rescue, medical operations and
basic fire suppression.

List each volunteer opportunity and short description of expected duties: Varies

Minimum age to volunteer: 16

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HARFORD COUNTY VOLUNTEER OPORTUNITIES
Organization Name: Harford County Fire & EMS Association

Organization Address: 343 Granary Rd, Forest Hill, Maryland 21050

Organization Contact:

Organization Phone Number: 410-638-4700

Organization Website: www.hcvfa.org

Short description about organization: The HCVF&EMSA encourages the
development of better and more efficient fire departments, encourages public
awareness of fire hazards and prevention; encourages the development of better and
more efficient emergency medical services for Harford County and to practice the best
emergency medical training possible.

List each volunteer opportunity and short description of expected duties: Varies

Minimum age to volunteer: Varies

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HARFORD COUNTY VOLUNTEER OPORTUNITIES
Organization Name: Harford County Medical Reserve Corps

Organization Address: 120 South Hays Street, Bel Air, Maryland 21014

Organization Contact: Lisa Swank

Organization Phone Number: 410-877-1026

Organization Website: www.harfordcountyhealth.com

Short description about organization: The Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) was
founded after President George W. Bush's 2002 State of the Union Address in which
he asked all Americans to volunteer in support of their Country.

The Harford County Medical Reserve Corps (HCMRC) was established in 2005 to
organize and utilize volunteers, medical professional and others, who want to donate
their time and expertise to promote healthy living throughout the year and to prepare
for and respond to emergencies. HCMRC volunteers supplement existing local
emergency and public health resources.

List each volunteer opportunity and short description of expected
duties: HCMRC volunteers include medical and public health professionals such as
physicians, nurses, pharmacists, dentists, veterinarians, and epidemiologists. Other
community members, such as interpreters, chaplains, office workers, and legal
advisors, can fill other vital support positions.

Minimum age to volunteer: 18

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HARFORD COUNTY VOLUNTEER OPORTUNITIES

Organization Name: Harford County Public Library

Organization Address: 1221 A Brass Mill Road, Belcamp, Maryland 21017

Organization Contact: Michelle Louderback

Organization Phone Number: 410-273-5600

Organization Website: www.hcplonline.info

Short description about organization: Harford County Public Library connects
people with information and promotes the love of reading within the community. Over
200,000 residents have a library card and approximately 4 ½ million items circulated
last year. Harford County Public Library has served the community since 1946 and is
one of four public library systems in Maryland to receive a star rating by the Library
Journal.

List each volunteer opportunity and short description of expected duties:

Branch opportunities – Volunteers assist staff in the circulation and information
departments. Volunteers work behind the scenes with tasks such as sorting and
shelving library materials, helping to prepare for programs and story times, and
locating materials on the shelves. Minimum age – 14.

Friends of Harford County Public Library – Nonprofit volunteer citizen groups that
enrich the resources of the library by fundraising, advocating and providing overall
support. Individual and family memberships are available, no minimum age.
Outreach opportunities – Trained volunteers visit daycare centers, preschools and
elementary schools throughout Harford County to inspire a love of reading in children.
Minimum age – 18.

Public Computer Assistant – Volunteers with computer experience assist and train
customers on various computer functions and applications. Minimum age – 16.
Summer Reading Program Assistants - Volunteers assist staff with registering children
for the Summer Reading Program and with other projects during the summer months.
Minimum age – entering 6th grade.

Minimum age to volunteer: Varies

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HARFORD COUNTY VOLUNTEER OPORTUNITIES

Organization Name: Harford County Public Schools

Organization Address: 102 South Hickory Ave, Bel Air, Maryland 21014

Organization Contact: Michelle Shaivitz

Organization Phone Number: 410-588-5331

Organization Website: www.hcps.org

Short description about organization: The Harford County Public School (HCPS)
System is dedicated to providing a quality instructional program to all students.

List each volunteer opportunity and short description of expected
duties: Volunteer opportunities vary by school

Minimum age to volunteer: 18

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HARFORD COUNTY VOLUNTEER OPORTUNITIES

Organization Name: Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness Program

Organization Address: Joppatowne High School
555 Joppa Farm Road, Joppa, Maryland 21085

Organization Contact: Leah Skica

Organization Phone Number: 410-612-1510

Organization Website: www.hcps.org/hsep

Short description about organization: The mission of the program is is to provide
students with career skills and technological expertise in the areas of Homeland
Security and Emergency Preparedness. Approximately 150 students in grades 10-12
are currently enrolled. Students focus their studies in one of three areas:

1. Homeland Security Sciences- chemical and biological threat identification,
protection, detection and decontamination concepts, as well as laboratory skills,
scientific writing and research

2. Law Enforcement/ Criminal Justice- introduction to the justice system, which
includes criminal law processes and enforcement, roles within law enforcement
and evidence collection/analysis , as well as the roles of first responders and
emergency planners

3. Geographic Information Systems (GIS)and Remote Sensing- Students
complete the GIS Technician certification

List each volunteer opportunity and short description of expected
duties: Volunteers can assist with providing opportunities for field trips, guest
speakers, as well as mentorships for students completing internships in the 12th
grade.

Minimum age to volunteer: 21

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HARFORD COUNTY VOLUNTEER OPORTUNITIES
Organization Name: Jarrettsville Volunteer Fire Company

Organization Address: 3825 Federal Hill Road, Jarrettsville, MD 21084

Organization Contact: Bryan Schulz

Organization Phone Number: (410) 692-7890

Organization Website: http://www/jarrettsvillevfc.com

Short description about organization: The fire division responds to approximately 500
incidents per year. The division operates 4 engines, 2 brush units, 1 water supply unit, 1 air
unit and several other utility vehicles. All apparatus meets NFPA 1901 specifications and
carry the most up to date and technologically advanced equipment available. Our staffing is
100% volunteer, and nearly all of our members either have full time jobs, or are high school
and college students.

The EMS division responds to over 1,000 medical calls a year. We have two ambulances and
one chase car, all of which are fully equipped ALS (Advanced Life Support) units. Jarrettsville
maintains their units to the highest standards with the most up to date equipment, enabling
them to all receive the seal of excellence each year.

List each volunteer opportunity and short description of expected duties: The Fire
Division of the Jarrettsville Volunteer Fire Company (JVFC) is primarily responsible for the fire
and rescue protection of Jarrettsville and surrounding communities. In addition to fire and
rescue incidents, the fire division also responds to assist the EMS division on medical
incidents. All fire division members are required to start their training with an in-house 24 hour
pre-basic training class. The primary purpose of this class is to orient members who are new
to the fire service. Upon the completion of the pre-basic class, each member is required to
complete the Maryland Fire and Rescue Institute’s (MFRI) Firefighter I program. This training
class is approximately 102 hours long and teaches basic fire behavior as well as extinguishing
techniques for a variety of different responses.

The EMS (Emergency Medical Services) Division of the JVFC provides emergency life saving
medical care to the town of Jarrettsville and surrounding areas. They also assist the fire
division as needed on fire and rescue incidents. The JVFC provides each member the
opportunity to obtain several different levels of training that they choose to advance
to, beginning with BLS providers. These providers have the training to treat any injury or
illness with Basic Life Support skills. In addition to BLS providers, we also have many
providers that advance their skills to advanced life support (ALS). These individuals have the
ability to treat critical trauma and medical problems with state of the art life saving equipment
and medications.

Minimum age to volunteer: 16
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HARFORD COUNTY VOLUNTEER OPORTUNITIES

Name of Organization: Office on Mental Health- Core Service Agency of Harford
County, Inc.

Address: 206 S. Hays Street, Suite 201, Bel Air, MD 21014

Website: www.Harfordmentalhealth.org

Contact Name: Sharon Lipford

Email: Slipfordcsa@covad.net

Description of Agency: The Office on Mental Health-Core Service Agency is responsible
for developing and monitoring a full array of mental health services. These services
include: homeless/jail case management, crisis/disaster response, police-crisis
teams/partnership, judicial-based case management, juvenile justice diversion, respite,
school-based mental health, supported employment, teen diversion, etc.

In responding to disasters, the mental health Disaster Assistance Team (DAC), through
the Mobile Crisis Team (MCT), serves as a first responder in the event that the county
faces an incident in the community. The mobile crisis team has proven to be a creative
and comprehensive approach to helping people who are experiencing a crisis.

Volunteer Opportunity and Expected Duties: A volunteer on the Disaster
Assistance/mental health crisis team will perform community outreach at the time of a
disaster/incident in the community. An incident might include a fire, flood, or other types
of natural or man-made events.

The mental health volunteer must be willing to complete a 2 day training on crisis de-
escalation. The cost for the training is free. The trainings are offered periodically
throughout the year. The volunteer may be required to drive to the site of an incident
(area deemed safe). S/he will be working in tandem with a professional mental health
clinician.

Minimum age to volunteer: 21

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HARFORD COUNTY VOLUNTEER OPORTUNITIES

Organization Name: Radio Amateur Civil Emergency Service (RACES)

Organization Address: 2220 Ady Road, Forest Hill, Maryland 21050

Organization Contact: Pat Scolla

Organization Phone Number: 410-638-4900

Organization Website: www.harfordemcomm.org

Short description about organization: The Harford County, Maryland Emergency
Communications (EmComm) group is comprised of volunteer licensed amateur (ham)
radio operators who have expressed an interest in providing communications service
primarily to public safety organizations. As training towards the real thing, we support
charitable organizations in activities such as walkathons, races and similar.

List each volunteer opportunity and short description of expected duties: Varies

Minimum age to volunteer: Varies

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HARFORD COUNTY VOLUNTEER OPORTUNITIES
Organization Name: Tabitha’s House

Organization Address: 112-D Connolly Road, Fallston, MD 21047

Organization Contact: Linda D. Underhill

Organization Phone Number: 410-877-9730

Organization Website: N/A

Short description about organization: Tabitha's House is an outreach program that
helps families in Harford County with food, clothing, household items, school supplies,
toiletries, and cleaning supplies. Those seeking help need to call for an appointment--
ask for Patsy. Tabitha's House runs a thrift store to raise funds for the outreach
program. Anyone can shop there, but prices are set so that low income families can
shop there too.

List each volunteer opportunity and short description of expected
duties: Volunteer in donation area: sorting, pricing, steaming and hanging clothing.
Also, take items that are priced out to the shelves and racks in the thrift store. Store
volunteers: willing to run the register and credit card machine; Give good customer
service; Help clients that are using vouchers to find items they need; Help put out
clothing and priced items.

Minimum age to volunteer: 15 years of age. Anyone younger would need a parent
or guardian with them.

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HARFORD COUNTY VOLUNTEER OPORTUNITIES
Organization Name: Upper Chesapeake Health

Organization Address: UCMC - 500 Upper Chesapeake Drive Bel Air, MD 21014
HMH - 501 S. Union Ave. Havre de Grace, MD 21078

Organization Contact: Steve Anderson, Director of Volunteer Services

Organization Phone Number: UCMC – (443) 643-1000; HMH – (443) 843-5000

Organization Website: www.uchs.org

Short description about organization: Upper Chesapeake Health is dedicated to maintaining
and improving the health of the people in its communities through an integrated health delivery
system that provides high quality care to all. Upper Chesapeake Health is committed to service
excellence as it offers a broad range of healthcare services, technology and facilities. It will
work collaboratively with its communities and other health organizations to serve as a resource
for health promotion and education. Our not-for-profit, community-based, two-hospital system
demonstrates its dedication to the people in our communities by delivering Upper Chesapeake
Health’s broad range of healthcare services, technology, and facilities. Our HealthLink program
works within our communities to serve as a resource and champion for wellness and health
education. Today, UCH is the leading health care system and second largest private employer
in Harford County. Our 2,700 Team Members and over 550 Medical Staff Physicians serve
residents of Harford County, eastern Baltimore County, and western Cecil County.

List each volunteer opportunity and short description of expected duties: Upper
Chesapeake Health volunteers share their skills and expertise in over 30 different hospital
departments by assisting Team Members, patients, and visitors. Volunteers serve in our Gift
Shops, Community Resource Libraries, Surgical Waiting Areas, Cafeterias, the Coffee Shop
and our Information Desks. Volunteers at UCH also have the opportunity to interact with our
patients on our nursing floors providing support to our clinical Team Members. Upper
Chesapeake Health Volunteers serve to help create a healing and compassionate environment
at both Upper Chesapeake Medical Center and Harford Memorial Hospital. Now over 900
strong, our volunteers give their time and expertise to help meet the needs of our patients. In
2010, Upper Chesapeake Health Volunteers contributed 84,459 hours of service. Our senior
volunteers, men and women over the age of 18, are required to serve at least one four-hour
shift per week. Opportunities are also available year-round for junior volunteers who are defined
as being ages 15-17 and completed the ninth grade.

Minimum age to volunteer: Junior Volunteers: 15-17 years old; Otherwise 18+ older qualifies

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HARFORD COUNTY VOLUNTEER OPORTUNITIES
Organization Name: Volunteer Harford

Organization Address: 319 South Main Street, Bel Air, Maryland 21014

Organization Contact: Jen Davis

Organization Phone Number: 410-638-4444

Organization Website: www.volunteerharford.org

Short description about organization: Volunteer Harford is a referral center who
matches volunteer’s skills and interests with an agency or organization. They have
over 300 volunteer jobs listed on their website.

List each volunteer opportunity and short description of expected duties: Varies

Minimum age to volunteer: Varies

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Emergency Management
Harford County Division of Emergency Management
2220 Ady Road
Forest Hill, Maryland 21050
410-638-4900
www.harfordpublicsafety.org

Maryland Emergency Management Agency
Camp Fretterd Military Reservation
5401 Rue Saint Lo Drive
Reisterstown, Maryland 21136
410-517-3600
www.mema.state.md.us

Federal Emergency Management Agency
615 Chestnut Street
One Independence Mall, Sixth Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19106
215-931-5500
www.fema.gov

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HARFORD COUNTY LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENICES
Aberdeen Police Department Bel Air Police Department
60 North Parke Street 39 North Hickory Ave
Aberdeen, Maryland 21001 Bel Air, Maryland 21014
410-272-2121 410-638-4500

Harford County Sheriff’s Office Havre de Grace Police Department
45 South Main Street 715 Pennington Ave
Bel Air, Maryland 21014 Havre de Grace, Maryland 21078
410-838-6600 410-939-2929

Maryland State Police – Bel Air
Barrack D
1401 Belair Road
Bel Air, Maryland 21014
410-879-2101

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HARFORD COUNTY LIBRARIES
Aberdeen Branch Abingdon Branch
21 Franklin Street 2510 Tollgate Road
Aberdeen, Maryland 21001 Abingdon, Maryland 21009
410-273-5608 410-638-3990

Bel Air Branch Darlington Branch
100 East Pennsylvania Ave 1134 Main Street
Bel Air, Maryland 21014 Darlington, Maryland 21034
410-638-3151 410-638-3750

Edgewood Branch Fallston Branch
629 Edgewood Road 1461 Fallston Road
Edgewood, Maryland 21040 Fallston, Maryland 21047
410-612-1600 410-638-3003

Havre de Grace Branch Jarrettsville Branch
120 N. Union Ave 3722 Norrisville Road
Havre de Grace, Maryland 21078 Jarrettsville, Maryland 21084
410-939-6700 410-692-7887

Joppa Branch Norrisville Branch
655 Towne Center Drive 5310 Norrisville Road
Joppa, Maryland 21085 White Hall, Maryland 21161
410-612-1660 410-612-1600

Whiteford Branch
2407 Whiteford Road
Whiteford, Maryland 21160
410-638-3608

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HARFORD COUNTY SENIOR CENTERS
Aberdeen Senior Activity Center Edgewood Senior Activity Center
7 Franklin Street 1000 Gateway Road
Aberdeen, Maryland 21001 Edgewood, Maryland 21040
410-273-5666 410-612-1622

Veronica Chenowith Activity Center Forest Hill/Hickory Activity Center
1707 Fallston Road 2213 Commerce Drive
Fallston, Maryland 21047 Forest Hill, Maryland 21050
410-638-3260 410-638-3616

Havre de Grace Activity Center Highland Senior Activity Center
351 Lewis Lane 708 Highland Road
Havre de Grace, Maryland 21078 Street, Maryland 21154
410-939-5121 410-638-3605

McFaul Activity Center
525 West MacPhail Road
Bel Air, Maryland 21014
410-638-4040

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HARFORD COUNTY VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENTS
Aberdeen Fire Department Abingdon Fire Company
21 North Rogers Street 3306 Abingdon Road
Aberdeen, Maryland 21040 Abingdon, Maryland 21009
410-272-2211 410-368-3955

Bel Air Volunteer Fire Company Darlington Volunteer Fire Company
109 South Hickory Ave 2600 Castleton Way
Bel Air, Maryland 21014 Darlington, Maryland 21034
410-638-4400 410-638-3760

Fallston Volunteer Fire and Havre de Grace Ambulance Corps
Ambulance 1601 Level Road
2201 Carrs Mill Road Havre de Grace, Maryland 21078
Fallston, Maryland 21047 410-939-6658
410-638-4890

Jarrettsville Volunteer Fire Company Joppa Magnolia Volunteer Fire
PO Box 7 Company
Jarrettsville, Maryland 21084 1403 Old Mountain Road South
410-692-7890 Joppa, Maryland 21085
410-676-4228

Level Volunteer Fire Company Norrisville Volunteer Fire Company
3633 Level Village Road 2134 Harkins Road
Havre de Grace, Maryland 21078 Pylesville, Maryland 21132
410-638-3826 410-638-3644

Susquehanna Hose Company Whiteford Volunteer Fire Company
PO Box 58 1407 Pylesville Road
Havre de Grace, Maryland 21078 Whiteford, Maryland 21160
410-939-4070 410-452-8425

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MARYLAND CITIZEN CORPS COUNCILS
Allegany County Citizen Corps Anne Arundel County/Annapolis Citizen
Council Corps Council
71 Baltimore Street, 3rd Floor 8501 Veterans Highway
Cumberland, Maryland 21501 Millersville, Maryland 21108
301-724-7116 410-222-8040

Baltimore City Citizen Corps Council Baltimore County Citizen Corps Council
1201 East Cold Spring Lane 611 Central Avenue
Baltimore, Maryland 21239 Towson, Maryland 21204
410-396-6175 410-887-2715

Calvert County Citizen Corps Council Caroline County Citizen Corps Council
175 Main Street 104 Market Street Suite 102
Prince Frederick, Maryland 20678 Denton, Maryland 21629
410-535-1600 ext. 2302 410-479-4025

Carroll County Citizen Corps Council Cecil County Citizen Corps Council
225 North Center Street 129 East Main Street, Suite 6
Westminster, Maryland 21157 Elkton, Maryland 21921
410-386-2296 410-996-5350

Charles County Citizen Corps Council Dorchester County Citizen Corps Council
200 Baltimore Street 829 Fieldcrest Road
LaPlata, Maryland 20646 Cambridge, Maryland 21613
301-609-3400 410-228-1818

Frederick County Citizen Corps Garrett County Citizen Corps Council
Council 311 East Alder Street
340 Montevue Lane Oakland, Maryland 21550
Frederick, Maryland 21702 301-334-7169
301-600-6679

Harford County Citizen Corps Council Howard County Citizen Corps Council
2220 Ady Road 10805 Hickory Ridge Road
Forest Hill, Maryland 21250 Columbia, Maryland 21044
410-588-5724 410-715-0311

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MARYLAND CITIZEN CORPS COUNCILS
Kent County Citizen Corps Council Maryland State Citizen Corps Council
104 Vickers Drive, Unit D 5401 Rue Saint Lo Drive
Chestertown, Maryland 21620 Reisterstown, Maryland 21136
410-778-3758 410-517-3606

Montgomery County Citizen Corps Ocean City Citizen Corps Council
Council 6501 Coastal Highway
401 Hungerford Drive Ocean City, Maryland 21842
Rockville, Maryland 20850 410-520-5485
240-777-2612

Prince George’s County Citizen Corps Queen Anne’s County Citizen Corps
Council Council
6820 Webster Street, Room 113 100 Drive
Landover, Maryland 20784 Centreville, Maryland 21617
301-583-1899 410-758-4500 Ext. 1115

Somerset County Citizen Corps St. Mary’s County Citizen Corps Council
Council 21580 Peabody Street
11916 Somerset Avenue Leonardtown, Maryland 20650
Princess Anne, Maryland 21853 301-475-4330 Ext. 7831
410-851-3547

Talbot County Citizen Corps Council Washington County Citizen Corps
605 Port Street Council
Easton, Maryland 21601 33 W. Washington Street
410-770-8166 Hagerstown, Maryland 21740
240-313-2900
Wicomico County Citizen Corps
Council Worcester County Citizen Corps Council
411 Naylor Mill Road, Suite 200 1 West Market Street, Room 1002
Salisbury, Maryland 21801 Snow Hill, Maryland 21863
410-548-4820 410-632-3080

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MARYLAND VOLUNTEER CENTERS
Volunteer Center of Allegany County Volunteer Center for Anne Arundel
71 Baltimore Street, 3rd Floor County
P.O. Box 1308 2666 Riva Road, Suite 130
Cumberland, MD 21501-1308 Annapolis, MD 21401
301-724-7116 p 410-897-9207 p
301-724-1044 f 410-222-4589 f
volunteercenter@allconet.org info@volunteerannearundel.org
volunteerallegany.allconet.org VolunteerAnneArundel.org

BVU’s Volunteer Central Baltimore County Volunteers
175 West Ostend Street, Suite 100 611 Central Avenue, Rm. 314
Baltimore, MD 21230 Towson, MD 21204
410-366-6030 p 410-887-2736 p
410-366-6032 f 410-887-2656 f
kate@volunteercentral.net baltimorecountymd.gov/Agencies/volunte
information@volunteercentral.net ers
volunteercentral.net
Volunteer Carroll
United Way of Calvert County P.O. Box 229
Volunteer Resource Center 255 Clifton Blvd.
530 Main Street Westminster, MD 21157
P.O. Box 560 410-456-3984 p
Prince Frederick, MD 20678 410-848-7198 f
410-286-0103 p volunteercarroll.org
410-535-8987 f
uwvrc@chesapeake.net Volunteer Harford
unitedwaycalvert.org 319 South Main Street
Bel Air, MD 21014
Volunteer Frederick 410-638- 4444 p
31 West Patrick Street, Ste L2 410-803-0433 f
Frederick, MD 21701 volunteer@volunteerharford.org
301-663-5214 p
301-663-0355
info@volunteerfrederick.org
volunteerfrederick.org

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MARYLAND VOLUNTEER CENTERS
Volunteer Center Serving Howard Montgomery County Volunteer
County Center
10221 Wincopin Circle 401 Hungerford Drive
Columbia, MD 21044 Rockville, MD 20850
410-715-3176 p 240-777-2600 p
410-715-0845 f 240-777-2601 f
info@volunteerhoward.org volunteer@montgomerycountymd.gov
volunteerhoward.org montgomerycountymd.gov/volunteer
montgomeryvolunteer.org
Prince George's Volunteer Center
PO Box 187 ShoreCAN Volunteer Center
Hyattsville, MD 20781 Wicomico, Somerset, Worcester
301-699-2800 p Counties
301-699-2806 f Salisbury University
TGardnerWilliams@PrinceGeorgesVolun 1101 Camden Avenue
teer.org Salisbury, MD 21801
princegeorgesvolunteer.org 410-546-6015 p
410-546-6910 f
Volunteer Southern Maryland hlrrsvp@intercom.net
Calvert, Charles, St. Mary's Counties shorecan@salisbury.edu
College of Southern Maryland
La Plata Campus Volunteer Services Worcester County
8730 Mitchell Road Government
P.O. Box 910 Government Center, Room 1301
La Plata, MD 20646-0910 One West Market Street
301-934-7642 p Snow Hill, MD 21863
301-934-7773 f 410-632-5656 p
Emudd-hendricks@csmd.edu 410-632-5614 f
csmd.edu/vsmd chowell@co.worcester.md.us

Chesapeake Volunteer Center
Chesapeake College
1000 College Circle
Wye Mills, MD 21679
410-827-5440 or 877-876-5454
volunteercenter@chesapeake.edu
chesapeake.edu/volunteer

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PROGRAM SPOTLIGHT

Joppatowne High School
Homeland Security and
Emergency Preparedness Program

Program Overview:
The Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness (HSEP)
Joppatowne High School Program at Joppatowne High School integrates current practices
555 Joppa Farm Rd. and technologies used by both governmental and private sector
Joppa, MD 21085 agencies. Instruction centers around how the United States
protects against threats to public health and public safety by using
Please contact us at: effective communication, prevention, response and recovery
Phone: (410)612-1510 techniques.
Fax: (410)612-1528 HSEP Program Details:
Þ The HSEP Program had it’s first graduating class of 50 students
in the spring of 2010.
HSEP Program Staff and Þ All students in the HSEP Program take Foundations In
Administrators: Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness course in 10th
grade.
Principal: Þ At the end of the Foundations course students choose one of the
Mr. Macon Tucker following three strands to focus their studies:
Macon.Tucker@hcps.org * Homeland Security Sciences
* Law Enforcement/Criminal Justice
Program Specialist: * Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
Ms. Leah Skica Þ In 12th grade all students complete a Capstone Projects that
Leah.Skica@hcps.org entails one of the following: a series of job shadowing experiences
and career portfolio, internship or GIS Technician certification.
Þ Curriculum focuses on hands-on in instruction, real-world
connections, current event associations, and field experiences.

Science students
GIS student exhibits his Law Enforcement/CJ
demonstrate their agent
latest mapping project. students complete
identification projects to
their CPR/First Aid
Senator Cardin
certification
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PROGRAM SPOTLIGHT

Harford County Sheriff’s Office
Neighborhood Watch Program

Neighborhood Watch

Working Neighborhood Watch is a Program designed to reduce criminal
opportunity and prevent crime through awareness, education, and
Together cooperation between the community and the Harford County
Sheriff’s Office.
Towards
Neighborhood Watch is not a citizens on patrol group. It’s objective
Safer is to increase awareness and cooperation, but does not require nor
are community members expected to apprehend or confront
Communities suspects.

If you are interested in starting a Neighborhood Watch or joining an
existing Watch group in your community, contact the Harford
County Sheriff’s Office Community Policing Unit at
neighborhoodwatch@harfordsheriff.org.

The Need for the Program
In recent years, neighborhoods have experienced rapid change.
The old, well-established neighborhood has been replaced by a
Harford County Sheriff’s Office highly transient, growing community where people seek more and
Community Policing Unit more privacy. This life-style tends to promote unfamiliarity with
Darlington 410-638-3713
neighbors and a corresponding lack of concern. Unfortunately, this
enhances the opportunity for the criminal element and increases
Highland 410-638-3626 the community's vulnerability to crime.
Joppa 410-612-1670
This condition dictates the need for a crime prevention program
which will enhance neighborhood security, heighten the
community's power of observation and encourage mutual
assistance and concern among neighbors.

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PROGRAM SPOTLIGHT

Ready Night at
Ripken Stadium
The Ready Campaign, Citizen Corps & Minor League
Baseball™: Making Sports Fans Better Prepared for
Go Emergencies

Ironbirds Since 2004, the Ready Campaign has partnered with Citizen Corps
and Minor League Baseball™ to help spread the importance of
emergency preparedness to baseball fans at stadiums nationwide.

Minor League Baseball stadiums have provided the Ready
Campaign with the ideal venue and opportunity to reach millions of
baseball fans and their communities to encourage them to get
prepared.

During the 2011 Minor League Baseball season, The Harford
To purchase County Citizen Corps Council and the Aberdeen IronBirds will host
tickets call a Ready Night on August 31, 2011 at 7:05 against the Tri City
Cats.
410-297-9292
So come out and
Ready Night enjoy the fun!
On
August 31, 2011

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VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT

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EMERGENCY REFERENCE CARD
Household Emergency Information
Contact information for household members. Please complete this form and keep it up to date

Name: Name:

Date of Birth: Date of Birth:
Social Security #: Social Security #:

Medical Information: Medical Information

Name: Name:

Date of Birth: Date of Birth:
Social Security #: Social Security #:

Medical Information: Medical Information

Information: Name: Telephone # Policy #

Doctor
Pharmacist:
Medical Insurance:
Vet/Kennel
Homeowners/Rental

Family Communication Plan Family Communication Plan

Name: Name:
Telephone: Telephone:
Out of State Contact: Out of State Contact:

Telephone: Telephone:

Neighborhood Meeting Place: Neighborhood Meeting Place: