EMERGENCY GUIDE 20221 FRIDAY, 27 MAY 2022 EMERGENCY GUIDE 2021 EMERGENCY GUIDE 2022 EMERGENCY GUIDEEMERGENCY GUIDEEMERGENCY GUIDEEMERGENCY GUIDE 20222022 HURRICANE FORECAST TSUNAMI SURVIVAL EARTHQUAKE PREPARATION EMERGENCY SUPPLIES FINAL Emergency Guide 2022 COVER V2.indd 1FINAL Emergency Guide 2022 COVER V2.indd 108/05/2022 11:3008/05/2022 11:30Everyone deserves to feel calm, secure and ready for whatever lies ahead—not only during hurricane season but all year round. AtButterfield,ouradvancedbusinesscontinuity plan, supported by an on-call emergency management teamisdesignedtoprotectouroperationsand helpensureyouhaveaccesstoyourmoneywhen youneeditmost. We’re prepared, so you can have peace of mind to focus ontheimportantthingsinlife,likeprotectingyour familyandhome. butterfieldgroup.com Peace of mind, whatever the weather. ButterfieldBank(Cayman)Limited(”BBCL”)islicensedtoconductbankingandinvestmentbusinessbytheCaymanIslandsMonetaryAuthority. Address:12AlbertPantonStreet,GeorgeTown,GrandCayman,CaymanIslands 199890_PRINT-Ad-EmergencyGuide-BPage 1 4/4/22 2:44:38 PMEveryone deserves to feel calm, secure and ready for whatever lies ahead—not only during hurricane season but all year round. AtButterfield,ouradvancedbusinesscontinuity plan, supported by an on-call emergency management teamisdesignedtoprotectouroperationsand helpensureyouhaveaccesstoyourmoneywhen youneeditmost. We’re prepared, so you can have peace of mind to focus ontheimportantthingsinlife,likeprotectingyour familyandhome. butterfieldgroup.com Peace of mind, whatever the weather. ButterfieldBank(Cayman)Limited(”BBCL”)islicensedtoconductbankingandinvestmentbusinessbytheCaymanIslandsMonetaryAuthority. Address:12AlbertPantonStreet,GeorgeTown,GrandCayman,CaymanIslands 199890_PRINT-Ad-EmergencyGuide-BPage 1 4/4/22 2:44:38 PMEMERGENCY GUIDE 20224 THURSDAY, 2 JUNE 2022 Compass Centre, 319 Shedden Road, George Town, PO Box 1365, Grand Cayman KY1-1108, Cayman Islands. Emergency Guide Editor Laura Munyard Durston Contributing writers Andrel Harris Catherine MacGillivray Vicki Wheaton Photography Taneos Ramsay Alvaro Serey Graphic Design Beth Ormerod: Editorial Alexander Angel: Advertisements Matthew Levy: Advertisements Taneos Ramsay: Advertisements Head of Sales Cheryl Birch-Gillies Sales and Development Consultant Peter Medwid Sales Representatives Ilse Dacker Cody Moore Cindy Oostvogels Eric Vincent Printed by Tropical Storm Grace, West Bay, 2021. Photo: Taneos Ramsay • Know where your home’s water shutoff valve is located and how to operate it. • Don’t plant trees or shrubs near water meter boxes or over your home’s buried water pipe, as they can uproot during storm winds and damage the pipes, causing water leakage. • If you evacuate your home or leave your place of business, TURN OFF your water shutoff valve before you leave. • In the event of a major storm, normal water service will most likely be interrupted, so stock-up beforehand. • If water service is interrupted, Cayman Water will make announcements as to where service will be restored and when piped water will be available. Listen for these announcements through the Hazard Management Cayman Islands or other official disaster recovery media. • After the passage of a storm, if you suspect your home’s plumbing is damaged, close your shut-off valve until your plumbing can be fixed to prevent wastage. • To check for water leakage in your plumbing, observe your water meter. Once water service is restored, carefully turn off all taps, faucets and toilet fill valves, so no water is being used anywhere in your house.Open your main shutoff valve if closed and observe your water meter. If it moves constantly your plumbing is most likely damaged and the water is leaking.Close back your main shutoff valve until you can locate and repair your plumbing’s leak. Regatta Office Park, Windward 3, 4th Floor,West Bay Rd Mon to Fri8:30am to 4:30pminfo@caymanwater.com Tel: 345-945-4277Fax: 345-945-4191 w w w .ca yman w a t er .c om reminds its valued customers to be prepared this storm season Be prepared in case of a medical emergency during hurricane season. HSAPrepared Cayman Islands Health Services Authority 95 Hospital Road, George Town PO Box 915, Grand Cayman KY1-1103 Cayman Islands (345) 949-8600 | info@hsa.ky | www.hsa.ky MEDICAL TREATMENT • Emergency medical treatment is available at the Cayman Islands Hospital and at all designated Emergency Medical Centres (EMCs) located in select public hurricane shelters. • Emergency 911 calls are responded to on an individual basis depending on risk assessment. • Treatment should only be sought for true medical emergencies. • EMS vehicles do not operate in tropical storm force winds, which are deemed unsafe for you and the EMS responders. FIRST AID & MEDICATIONS • Protect your medications by securing them in an airtight, waterproof plastic container or a zip-lock bag • Always ensure you have a two week supply of your current medication(s) • Stock over-the-counter medications for non-urgent illnesses • Fully stock your first aid kit COVID-19 PROTECTION CHECKLIST • Hand sanitizer • Disposable face masks and gloves • Disinfectants and cleaning supplies • Additional water supply for cleaning and handwashing SPECIAL MEDICAL ATTENTION • Caregiver must attend public shelter with elderly or disabled person • Consult physician if over 7 months pregnant • Consult physician if you require dialysis or chemotherapy treatmentBe prepared in case of a medical emergency during hurricane season. HSAPrepared Cayman Islands Health Services Authority 95 Hospital Road, George Town PO Box 915, Grand Cayman KY1-1103 Cayman Islands (345) 949-8600 | info@hsa.ky | www.hsa.ky MEDICAL TREATMENT • Emergency medical treatment is available at the Cayman Islands Hospital and at all designated Emergency Medical Centres (EMCs) located in select public hurricane shelters. • Emergency 911 calls are responded to on an individual basis depending on risk assessment. • Treatment should only be sought for true medical emergencies. • EMS vehicles do not operate in tropical storm force winds, which are deemed unsafe for you and the EMS responders. FIRST AID & MEDICATIONS • Protect your medications by securing them in an airtight, waterproof plastic container or a zip-lock bag • Always ensure you have a two week supply of your current medication(s) • Stock over-the-counter medications for non-urgent illnesses • Fully stock your first aid kit COVID-19 PROTECTION CHECKLIST • Hand sanitizer • Disposable face masks and gloves • Disinfectants and cleaning supplies • Additional water supply for cleaning and handwashing SPECIAL MEDICAL ATTENTION • Caregiver must attend public shelter with elderly or disabled person • Consult physician if over 7 months pregnant • Consult physician if you require dialysis or chemotherapy treatmentEMERGENCY GUIDE 20226 THURSDAY, 2 JUNE 2022EMERGENCY GUIDE 20226 FRIDAY, 27 MAY 2022 08 09 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 WELCOME LETTER Danielle Coleman NATIONAL EMERGENCY NOTIFICATIONS SYSTEMS PHASE II HMCI NENS App. EMERGENCY NUMBERS Important numbers to keep at hand. ONISLAND CONSULS Consulate contact information. PREPAREDNESS PLAN Plan for disasters before they occur. EMERGENCY SUPPLY KIT Items to stock before an emergency. ABOVE AVERAGE HURRICANE SEASON PREDICTED Colorado State University’s outlook. ATLANTIC BASIN STORM NAMES The 21 names to know this year. STORM ALERTS Remember the response for each alert. THE NATIONAL HURRICANE EMERGENCY PLAN Organisational structure for dealing with emergencies. JOIN YOUR CERT TEAM Help protect your local community. 27 28 30 32 34 36 38 39 POLICING DURING AN EMERGENCY Understand the police’s role and responsibilities. PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY Preparation is key. SAFFIR SIMPSON HURRICANE WIND SCALE How hurricane strengths are rated. PACK YOUR PASSPORT Important documents to keep safe. SURVIVE A TSUNAMI What steps to take in the face of a wave. THE EARTH IS MOVING How to protect yourself in an earthquake. FIRST AID KIT Ensure you have these items at home. SAFE CLEAN UP AFTER A STORM Cayman Islands Fire Service tips. 40 42 44 48 50 52 54 56 STOP THE SPREAD OF GERMS Keep things clean and sanitised. SAFEGUARD YOUR FOOD SUPPLY Keep food stocks safe. MENTAL HEALTH AND EMERGENCIES Reactions to look out for post-emergency. PUBLIC SHELTERS Where to go in case of emergency. PHOTOS FROM THE PAST A look back at Hurricane Ivan. PHOTOS FROM THE PAST Scenes from recent storms. PLAN FOR YOUR PETS Preparations for the pets in your family. FIRE SAFETY Reduce the chance of fire damage. EMERGENCY GUIDE 2022 EMERGENCY GUIDEEMERGENCY GUIDEEMERGENCY GUIDEEMERGENCY GUIDEEMERGENCY GUIDE 20222022 FINAL Emergency Guide 2022 V23.indd 6FINAL Emergency Guide 2022 V23.indd 618/05/2022 16:3818/05/2022 16:38cgcoralisle.com | @cgcoralisle Good Like That. British Caymanian Insurance Company Limited BritCay House, 236 Eastern Avenue, P.O. Box 74 George Town, Grand Cayman KY1-1102, Cayman Islands tel: Grand Cayman 949-8699 | Cayman Brac 948-1760 Hurricane season is here. There’s no time like now to assess how you are protecting your home. Call us to ensure you have the right coverage at the right value. Don’t waste time until there’s no time to waste. EMERGENCY GUIDE 20226 FRIDAY, 27 MAY 2022 08 09 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 WELCOME LETTER Danielle Coleman NATIONAL EMERGENCY NOTIFICATIONS SYSTEMS PHASE II HMCI NENS App. EMERGENCY NUMBERS Important numbers to keep at hand. ONISLAND CONSULS Consulate contact information. PREPAREDNESS PLAN Plan for disasters before they occur. EMERGENCY SUPPLY KIT Items to stock before an emergency. ABOVE AVERAGE HURRICANE SEASON PREDICTED Colorado State University’s outlook. ATLANTIC BASIN STORM NAMES The 21 names to know this year. STORM ALERTS Remember the response for each alert. THE NATIONAL HURRICANE EMERGENCY PLAN Organisational structure for dealing with emergencies. JOIN YOUR CERT TEAM Help protect your local community. 27 28 30 32 34 36 38 39 POLICING DURING AN EMERGENCY Understand the police’s role and responsibilities. PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY Preparation is key. SAFFIR SIMPSON HURRICANE WIND SCALE How hurricane strengths are rated. PACK YOUR PASSPORT Important documents to keep safe. SURVIVE A TSUNAMI What steps to take in the face of a wave. THE EARTH IS MOVING How to protect yourself in an earthquake. FIRST AID KIT Ensure you have these items at home. SAFE CLEAN UP AFTER A STORM Cayman Islands Fire Service tips. 40 42 44 48 50 52 54 56 STOP THE SPREAD OF GERMS Keep things clean and sanitised. SAFEGUARD YOUR FOOD SUPPLY Keep food stocks safe. MENTAL HEALTH AND EMERGENCIES Reactions to look out for post-emergency. PUBLIC SHELTERS Where to go in case of emergency. PHOTOS FROM THE PAST A look back at Hurricane Ivan. PHOTOS FROM THE PAST Scenes from recent storms. PLAN FOR YOUR PETS Preparations for the pets in your family. FIRE SAFETY Reduce the chance of fire damage. EMERGENCY GUIDE 2022 EMERGENCY GUIDEEMERGENCY GUIDEEMERGENCY GUIDEEMERGENCY GUIDEEMERGENCY GUIDE 20222022 FINAL Emergency Guide 2022 V23.indd 6FINAL Emergency Guide 2022 V23.indd 618/05/2022 16:3818/05/2022 16:38EMERGENCY GUIDE 20228 THURSDAY, 2 JUNE 2022 The past two years have tested the Cayman Islands’ disaster and emergency readiness, as well as its relief and recovery systems and processes, like no others. We have experienced two of the most active hurricane seasons on record; weathered powerful Tropical Storm Grace; withstood a 7.7-magnitude earthquake; and endured the public health and economic impacts of a global pandemic. Unfortunately, these are not blips on the radar – these trends are symptomatic of human-induced global warming. Climate change is real and it is happening. As global temperatures rise, weather patterns will become increasingly erratic. Droughts, floods, storms, heatwaves and sea level rise all pose existential threats to the Cayman Islands. Climate change threatens the safety and stability of communities around the world and has broad- reaching implications for disaster risk management. Building local capacity and resilience is essential to managing climate change risk. That’s why Hazard Management Cayman Islands works continuously to enhance our local disaster readiness and response infrastructure. Earlier this year, we launched the National Emergency Notification System to reach as many persons in the Cayman Islands as possible in the event of an emergency or disaster. We also officially signed on as a participating member of the Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency (CDEMA) and undertook the development of a concept paper for pilot site selection, hardware requirement and market research for flood sensors. In addition, the Ministry of Sustainability and Climate Resiliency is working to review and implement an updated national climate change policy and strategy, which will offer cross-sector guidance on what the risks are and the collective steps we should take to prepare for, adapt to and mitigate those risks. The first step in that process was the government’s agreement with the Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science (Cefas) – fully funded through the Governor’s Office – to complete a climate change risk assessment specific to the Cayman Islands. We are no longer in a position where we can avoid climate change. Our collective priority now has to be managing climate change risk and staving off the worst potential impacts by limiting global temperature rise to at or below 1.5 degrees Celsius. As individuals, families, neighbourhoods and communities, we each have a role to play in reducing our carbon footprints, knowing our risks, making a plan, and being prepared. MESSAGE FROM DANIELLE COLEMAN DIRECTOR, HAZARD MANAGEMENT CAYMAN ISLANDS Climate change is real and it is happening. – Danielle ColemanEMERGENCY GUIDE 20229 THURSDAY, 2 JUNE 2022 Communicating critical public health and safety messages to the public quickly and efficiently during major emergencies is a function of Hazard Management Cayman Islands. Phase 1 of the national emergency notification system, a radio alert system, was used during the 28 Jan. 2020 earthquake and interrupted the signals of 16 local radio stations. That event triggered a radio decoder, which enables emergency teams to override regular programming, seven times, in response to the earthquake and tsunami scare. In 2021, this capacity was expanded with the development of phase two of the National Emergency Notification System (NENS). HMCI in collaboration with Department of Public Safety and Communications (DPSC) finalised the installation and testing of a new free mobile alert application that, once downloaded, allows HMCI and DPSC to send critical notifications to subscribers on their mobile phones. Additionally, the same platform can be used to simultaneously send out warning messages through SMS text and by email. The full public roll out of the app occurred in the first quarter of 2022 and involved a simulated tsunami exercise as their first test case. “Emergencies can happen anytime, anywhere and without warning,” said HMCI Director Danielle Coleman. “HMCI has a number of methods by which we communicate with the public in emergencies, including by sending information to local media, posting to our website and social media sites, and the radio alert system established in in collaboration with Department of Public Safety Communication. “The new NENS app is yet another method for us to deliver important public safety messaging to keep our community safe in a national emergency or disaster.” A third phase of the national emergency notification system is also planned, and aims to allow alerts to be sent to any mobile within range of a cell phone tower, which would mean visitors would be also be notified of a disaster. NATIONAL EMERGENCY NOTIFICATIONS SYSTEMS PH ASE II HOW TO GET THE NENS APP • Visit nens.gov.ky to opt-in to the service; Choose ‘app' and provide your email to sign up. • Download the AtHoc app, entering the email address you used to opt in to the service to verify and activate your account. • AtHoc app will ask you for an organisation code. Your organisation code is HMCI. Press ‘send’. • The screen will indicate you are now set up to receive notifications. Watch a video tutorial through this QR code:Next >