If instructions are issued by the Emergency Services and/or local authority representatives that evacuation of your premises is advised then:
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Respond to instructions.
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Remain calm and leave as quickly as possible.
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Gather family and pets together.
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Use the transport made available.
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Take with you:
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Your "Emergency Pack".
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Change of warm clothing and blankets
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Toiletries and everyday medicines
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If appropriate, baby clothing, nappies and associated toiletries
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Special foods
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Important documents, immediate valuables and important telephone numbers of friends and relatives
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Baskets or cages and leads for pets
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Personal items such as glasses, mobile telephone, keys, cash or credit cards
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Make sure fires are out and turn off gas, water and electricity. Allow adequate ventilation prior to turning them back on.
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Secure your property.
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Report to the allocated Emergency Reception Rest Centre.
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If you decide to stay with relatives or friends for the duration then please tell the Police or a local authority officer. This will save someone hunting for you if they think that you are missing
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