Re: A little late for huricane season
Raoul
EBS was replaced by EAS (Emergency Alert System) in 1997.
On Sun, 17 Oct 2004 14:40:15 -0700, "Ray Keller"
<rayk...@theriver.com> wrote:
>http://www.marylandhorseindustry.org/disaster.htm
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>Disaster Action Guidelines For Horse Owners
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>
>You should be aware that actions you take before, during and after a natural
>or man made disaster could save your horses' life.
>
>Plan Ahead Before a Disaster Occurs:
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> 1.. Familiarize yourself with the types of disasters that can occur in
>your area and develop a plan of action to deal with each type. Some
>disasters to consider are hurricanes, earthquakes, floods, tornadoes, severe
>winter weather, fire, nuclear power plant accidents with release of
>radioactivity to the environment and hazardous material spills.
>
> 2.. Survey your property to find the best location to confine your animals
>in each type of disaster. Check for alternate water sources in case power is
>lost and pumps and automatic waterers are not working after the disaster.
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> 3.. If you think you might need to evacuate your horses from your property
>determine several locations the animals could be taken, several routes to
>these locations and the entry requirements for each. Make arrangements in
>advance with the owner/operators to accept your horses and be sure to
>contact them before taking the horses there. Locations that could be used
>for evacuation are private stables, race tracks, fair grounds, equestrian
>centers, private farms and humane societies.
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> 4.. Permanently identify each horse by tattoo, microchip, brand, tag,
>photograph (4 views-front, rear, left and right side) and/or drawing. Record
>its age, sex, breed, and color with your record of this identification. Keep
>this information with your important papers. If not identified at the time
>of the disaster in the above manner, paint or etch hooves, use neck bands or
>paint telephone number on side of animal.
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> 5.. Be sure your horses' vaccination and medical records are written and
>up-to-date. As a minimum, each horse should have a current Coggins test
>documented. Check with your veterinarian as to what immunizations are
>advisable. Have documentation of any medicines with dosing instructions,
>special feeding instructions and the name and phone number of the
>veterinarian who dispensed the drug.
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> 6.. Place a permanent tag with your name and phone number, and the horse's
>name on each animal's halter.
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> 7.. Consider in your plan the prioritizing of which animals will be saved,
>if all cannot be saved. Let all farm personnel know of your plans in case
>you are not there when a disaster occurs.
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> 8.. Prepare an emergency kit consisting of: 1.. plastic trash barrel with
>lid
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> 2.. water bucket
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> 3.. leg wraps
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> 4.. fire resistant non nylon leads and halters
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> 5.. first aid items
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> 6.. portable radio and extra batteries
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> 7.. flashlight
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> 8.. sharp knife
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> 9.. wire cutters
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> 10.. tarpaulins
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> 11.. lime, bleach
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> 9.. Have trailers and vans maintained, full of gas and ready to move at
>all times. Acclimate your horse to trailers and vans.
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> 10.. Remember during emergencies you are taking minimum actions to assure
>the animal's survival. Have enough fresh water and hay on hand for 48-72
>hours.
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> 11.. During disasters you may wear different or unusual clothing, so
>condition your horses to strange appearances ahead of time.
>
> 12.. Consider your insurance needs and be sure you have all the coverage
>on your property and animals you may need and that claims will be paid for
>the type of disasters you may encounter.
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> 13.. PRACTICE YOUR PLAN.
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>At the Time of the Disaster:
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> 1.. STAY CALM! FOLLOW YOUR PLAN!
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> 2.. Listen to the Emergency Broadcasting System (EBS) station on your
>portable radio for information about how to locate horse care providers
>offering services during the disaster and any special instructions about
>actions you should take to protect your animals.
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> 3.. If you leave your home, take your horses' immunizations and health
>records with you. Records kept at home may be damaged during the disaster.
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> 4.. If you evacuate and take your horses with you, take all your
>immunization and health records, your emergency kit and sufficient hay and
>water for a minimum 48 hour period. Call ahead, if possible, to make sure
>that your emergency location is still available.
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> 5.. If you must leave your horses unattended at home, leave them in the
>area most appropriate for the type of disaster you previously selected such
>as high ground in a flood. Leave enough water for the length of time you
>expect to be gone. Do not trust automatic watering systems in case power is
>lost.
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>After the Disaster:
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> 1.. Be careful about leaving your horses unattended outside after the
>disaster. Familiar scents and landmarks may be altered and the horses could
>easily become confused and lost. It is best to place them in a secure area.
>Be sure fences are intact as some may be damaged by the disaster. Check
>fences and pastures for sharp objects that could injure horses. Be aware of
>downed power lines, racoons, skunks and other wild animals may have entered
>the area and could present a danger to your horses.
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> 2.. If any horses are lost during the disaster contact veterinarians,
>humane societies, stables, race tracks, equestrian centers, surrounding
>farms and other facilities that might house animals. Listen to the EBS for
>infomation about groups that may be accepting lost animals.
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> 3.. If you find somone else's horse after the disaster, isolate it from
>your animals until it is returned or can be examined by a veterinarian.
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> 4.. Use extreme caution when approaching and handling unknown or
>frightened horses. Work in pairs when handling strange horses.
>
> 5.. Check with your veterinarian, the state veterinary medical association
>and the Department of Agriculture for information about any disease
>outbreaks that may have occurred as a result of the disaster.
>
> 6.. Be prepared to identify and document ownership when claiming lost
>horses.
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> 7.. Consider establishing security measures on your farm to protect assets
>from looters, exploiters.
>
>This information prepared by:
>Maryland Department of Agriculture
>Maryland Veterinary Medical Association
>Maryland Emergency Management Agency
>Maryland Horse Council
>Maryland Cooperative Extension Service
>Maryland Racing Commission
>Maryland Jockey Club