FEMA Issues Halloween Emergency Plan Warning: How To Stay Safe
Summary
FEMA published Halloween and fall safety guidance urging families to plan for emergencies and take precautions during trick-or-treating. The agency also advised people to prepare for wildfires, cold weather, power outages, and risks from heaters and generators.Key Facts
- FEMA titled its guidance “This Halloween, Don’t Be Scared, Be Prepared.”
- FEMA advised adults to supervise children, use sidewalks and flashlights, and visit only homes with porch lights on.
- The agency recommended battery-powered candles, secure extension cords, and costumes that are visible in the dark and flame resistant.
- FEMA urged families to plan how they will receive alerts, where they will shelter or evacuate, and how they will reconnect if separated.
- The guidance recommends keeping leaves and other combustible materials away from buildings and being ready to evacuate if needed.
- FEMA advised testing heaters and smoke and carbon monoxide alarms before use.
- The agency said generators should be used at least 20 feet from windows, doors, and vents, and warned against using ovens or grills to heat homes.
- FEMA recommended keeping warm clothing and blankets ready for freezing temperatures, storms, or power outages.
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