Tuesday, June 6, 2023

Emergency Evacuation Instructions

Essentials to Take

Immediate Evacuation: (Evacuation in RV’s is encouraged)

Take items pre-packed for evacuation.
Otherwise, take the 3 P’s: Photos, pills and pets.

Short Notice Evacuation:

Items pre-packed for evacuation, otherwise:
Important papers/photos
Medications
Prescription glasses/dentures
Personal hygiene items/sanitary needs
Additional clothing
Sleeping bags, blankets, pillows, etc.
Baby food, bottles, diapers, change of clothes
Checkbook, credit cards/cash
Drivers license
Pets, bowls, leash or carrier, recent photo

Extended Notice Evacuation:

Items pre-packed for evacuation, otherwise, all items listed above and:
Clothing and personals for the estimated length of the evacuation
Special dietary items
Flashlight, extra batteries
Desired food items (non-perishable)
Reading material
First Aid Kit
Reading material
Toys/recreation items

Officials will notify you of your route and destination.
Weather and the nature of the emergency prevent pre-designated reception or shelter areas.
Do NOT deviate from the route and destination you are given – the safest routes will be identified for you.

Evacuation Actions

Immediate Evacuation:

Turn off gas and electric, or
Unplug or turn off all appliances (except refrigerator and freezer)
Lock doors and windows
Tie a white towel or large white cloth to front door knob. (This advises rescuers and security of your evacuation)

Short Notice Evacuation: All of the above actions and:

Unplug all equipment and appliances except refrigerator and freezer
Close drapes and blinds
Secure outdoor possessions (toys, boats, lawn furniture, tools, etc.)
Secure/hide other valuables

Extended Notice Evacuation: All of the above actions and:

Attach garden hoses and nozzles to all outside faucets
Remove garbage from inside of home
Arrange for evacuation of campers/trailers/secondary vehicles (2nd car, etc.)
Insure that all family members are aware of a pre-arranged meeting placeAlways:
Tie a white towel or large white cloth to front door knob. (This advises rescuers and security of your evacuation)

Dan Cherry,
P.E., CFM

Director

Appointed 2018

Assistant Director

Roger McCormick

Locations
Prescott 1100 Commerce Drive Prescott, AZ 86305 Ph: (928) 771-3183 Fax: (928) 771-3167	Camp Verde 4000 W. Cherry Creek Road Camp Verde, AZ 86322 Ph: (928) 567-7728 Fax: (928) 567-7732

Cottonwood County Administration Building 10 South 6th Street, 1st Floor Cottonwood, AZ 86326 Ph: (928) 567-7730 Fax: (928) 649-6270
General Email: web.public.works@yavapaiaz.gov Permits Email: publicworks.permits@yavapaiaz.gov Hours: Monday-Thursday 7:00am-5:30pm Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Outlook Web Access Links:
County Employees | Court Employees

Emergency Evacuation Instructions

Essentials to Take

Evacuation Actions

Dan Cherry, P.E., CFM

Director

Appointed 2018

Assistant Director

Roger McCormick

Locations

General Email: web.public.works@yavapaiaz.gov

Permits Email: publicworks.permits@yavapaiaz.gov

Hours: Monday-Thursday 7:00am-5:30pm Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Dan Cherry,
P.E., CFM

Hours: Monday-Thursday 7:00am-5:30pm
Friday 8:00am-5:00pm