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Ensuring Oxygen Availability During a Hurricane
As hurricane season approaches, being prepared for potential disruptions is crucial, especially for those who rely on oxygen therapy. Ensuring a continuous supply of oxygen during emergencies is essential. The Importance of Preparedness Hurricanes can cause power outages, flooding and transportation disruptions, all of which can impact the availability of oxygen. Being prepared means having a plan in place to ensure that your oxygen needs are met, regardless of the circumstances. Here are some key steps to consider: Assess Your Oxygen Needs Ensure you have enough oxygen supplies, including extra concentrators, batteries and accessories, to last for several days. Charge Your Equipment Fully charge all your oxygen equipment, including portable concentrators and backup batteries, before a hurricane hits. Create an Emergency Kit Include in your kit: Portable oxygen concentrator and spare batteries Prescription medications Healthcare provider contact info Important medical documents Non-perishable food and water Flashlights and extra batteries Plan Your Evacuation Know your evacuation routes and plan how to transport your oxygen equipment. Inform your local provider about your oxygen needs for necessary assistance. Preparing for hurricane season is crucial, especially for those who rely on oxygen therapy. With the right equipment and a solid plan, you can ensure that your oxygen needs are met, no matter what the weather
Hurricane Preparedness
It's important for people on oxygen to take extra precautions and be prepared for potential power outages and other disruptions to their oxygen
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Hurricane Safety: Are you prepared?
Hurricane season in the southeastern United States runs from June 1st through November 30th, but peaks from mid-late August through September. Sometimes, advanced warnings are issued for events such as hurricanes, tropical storms or flooding, but other times there may be no warning.These intense storms can cause massive damage to roadways, and power outages that can make it very difficult to charge important medical devices such as a portable oxygen concentrator. It helps to PLAN AHEAD for these situations, especially if you or a family member has a lung problem or other health conditions. To help with planning ahead, follow these steps: Do not wait for an emergency to start planning. Have a plan ready and have it handy at all times. Coordinate this plan with your healthcare providers, homecare company, nursing service, and medical equipment company. Develop a basic family emergency plan. Be sure all family members are familiar with the plan. Have the basic needs and supplies checklist completed below: □ Water — one gallon per person, per day (3-day supply for evacuation and 2-week supply for home) □ Food — it is a good idea to include foods that do not need cooking (canned, dried, etc.) (3-day supply for evacuation and 2-week supply for home) □ Battery-operated or hand-crank radio □ First aid kit and manual □ Medications (7-day supply) and medical items Remember to try and keep all your devices charged and ready in the event of a hurricane
