[KYHAM] KEN Training for October 6: Appendix D-2 Flood Emergency Actions

[Ron Dodson]

FLOOD EMERGENCY ACTIONS


I.	SITUATION AND ASSUMPTIONS

	A.	All counties in Kentucky can be affected by either Flash
Flooding, 
River Flooding or Riverine Flooding.

	B.	There may be very little advanced warning that flooding is
imminent.

II.	MISSION

The mission of this appendix is to outline emergency actions to
be taken when flooding is imminent.

III.	DIRECTION AND CONTROL

Direction and Control of this Appendix will be the responsibility
of the Emergency Manager.

IV.	CONCEPT OF OPERATIONS

	A.	Take the following additional actions if the Emergency
Operations Center is activated:

		1.	Place into effect appropriate emergency plans and
procedures.

		2.	Advise the public of actions to be taken to safeguard their
lives and property, such as anchoring LP or bulk fuel tanks.

		3.	Maintain morale by informing the public of the current
situation and actions being taken by local government to handle
the
emergency.

		4.	Mobilize appropriate Emergency Services.

			a.	Notify personnel of the general situation and to report to
emergency assignments.

			b.	Remind local agencies in flood plains to evacuate their
offices if necessary.

		5.	Notify agencies, facilities, and volunteer groups on the
flood warning lists.

		6.	Plans should include such information as the following: 

			a.	height of water at normal stage; 

			b.	at what height flooding will occur; 

			c.	areas that may be (or will be) affected by the rising
waters; 

			d.	areas to be ordered evacuated; 

			e.	shelter locations for evacuees, feeding, and other
requirements for taking care of evacuees.

		7.	Place into effect a traffic control plan to expedite
movement from areas being evacuated.  The plan should include
designation of
entrance routes for Emergency Services, mutual aid, etc., and
exit routes
for evacuation of citizens.

		8.	Ensure patrols are set up in evacuated areas for protection
of property and prevention of fires, utilizing mutual aid,
military
assistance, etc., as available.

		9.	Conduct search and rescue operations as required. 

		10.	Inform public to make electrical, gas, and water
inspections as necessary to prevent accidents.

		11.	Maintain current situation reports from the field to the
emergency Operations Center.  These are the basis for releases to
minimize
public alarm, to keep the area clear, and to assist in Disaster
Operations as required.

		12.	Assist in restoring the flood area to a safe condition,
including inspection of flooded area and structures to lessen the
probability of additional hazards, accidents, and fires.  This
period of
operations is critical since the Emergency Services are usually
deeply
committed and fatigued from extended involvement in such
activities as
sandbagging, pumping, and shoring unsafe structures. Priority
operations
include:

			a.	Establish a priority of which streets to clear of mud and
debris.  Refer to Map H-2-1, Map of Priority Roads, and Appendix
V-13,
Debris Removal.

			b.	When structures permit, pump water out of basements and
lower floors.

			c.	Limit accumulation of food-type garbage as first priority,
followed by general trash collection.

			d.	Initiate health and sanitation inspections of the area.

		13.	Close out emergency operations as soon as the flood area is
considered safe and submit reports, as required.

		14.	Guidance on actions to take during the Recovery Phase,
including Damage Assessment, can be found in Annex V, Recovery,
of this
EOP.

		15.	A large-scale flood will create the need for long periods
of repair and restoration.  This may necessitate manpower,
equipment, materials, and supplies at the scene of restoration
long after
closing the Emergency Operations Center. 

		16.	The following safety, health and welfare measures for the
general public should be covered by the local officials via
radio,
television, and newspapers:

			a.	Safety measures to be taken after the flood.

			b.	Where to go to obtain necessary first aid and medical care
in the area.

			c.	Identify sources of emergency housing, clothing and food.

			d.	Specific local measures to help themselves and their
community recover.