Preparing for a Typhoon or Flood

Preparations Outside the Home

Prevent wind and water from entering the home

Securely lock windows and storm shutters, adding reinforcement where needed

Improve drainage around the home

Clean gutters and drains to improve drainage

Remove objects that could become flying hazards

Secure or take inside any objects that could blow around and cause damage in a storm

Preparations Inside the Home

Check emergency supplies

Flashlight, portable battery-powered radio, first-aid supplies, clothing, emergency food, portable gas stove, valuables, etc.

What to Bring in an Emergency

Secure adequate water

Prepare for water outages by securing supplies of drinking water and filling your bathtub with water for sanitation use

Indoor safety measures

Apply safety film to windows and close windows and blinds to prevent the scattering of glass fragments if a window breaks

When Disaster Is Forecast for Times When You Will Be at Work, Commuting, or Working outside Your Normal Workplace

• Consider ways of avoiding impact when commuting or working away from your normal workplace (travel during times that will not be impacted, work from home, etc.)
• Follow any directions from the company (your supervisor)

When Disaster Is Forecast for Outside of Work Hours, a Non-workday, or When Working from Home

• Consider ways of avoiding impact where you are (rescheduling non-essential outings, etc.)
• Follow any directions from the company (your supervisor)