One of the biggest challenges during an emergency is getting word to friends and family. Cell service is likely to be quickly overwhelmed. That is why having a back-up plan for reaching loved ones is important. Here are some tips on how to make a communication plan:
- Identify your emergency contact in case of emergency.
- Write down on paper key phone numbers (not just in your mobile phone).
- Predetermine a local and out-of-area location to reunite with family and friends.
- Text instead of call when cell phone service is overloaded.
- Reply to the “I’m Okay” poll from UT Alert and register on the Reconnect Site during a major disaster.
Visit the FEMA site for easy to use templates.
This week, UT will test a new feature of the UT Alert messaging service called “I’m Okay.” It is a polling feature that allows users to self-report their status. The test will occur at 1:10 p.m. on Friday, September 28. Be sure to participate by responding.
Being prepared for an emergency is easy: Do one thing this week.