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Officials Order Flood Evacuations
Red Cross Shelters Opened

	YOUR TOWN -- Due to flooding conditions on the (name of river or
creek), the name of town or county chief elected official has ordered
an Evacuation of the (name) area.  Working with the American
Red Cross, shelters have been set up at:

• (Name of building and address)
• (Name of building and address)
• (Name of building and address)

	If you need transportation assistance please call the citizen
number at:____

	Here are some specific Evacuation Instructions for residents of
(name of area)

• -- Remain calm.
• -- Gather personal items you may need such as soap, towels, shaving articles, toothpaste, tooth brushes, sanitary supplies, eyeglasses, dentures, cash and credit cards, baby foods and disposable diapers, several changes of clothing for all family members, and toys for small children. You may also want to bring other supplies such as a portable radio, flashlight, batteries, plastic or paper bags, pillows and blankets.
• -- Prescription medications and other medical supplies.
• -- Before you leave your home, shut off all appliances, lock all windows and doors.

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