How to Prepare for a Typhoon

A typhoon is the same as a hurricane, except that it strikes in the western Pacific Ocean instead of in the Atlantic Ocean or the Pacific coast of the Americas. Preparing for a typhoon should be done well before one is on the way.

Plan Ahead

1. Step1

   Determine whether you can remain in your home during the typhoon. You may be able to ride out a weak typhoon with a small storm surge but will need to evacuate for stronger storms. Listen for warnings from your local officials or weather personnel in situations where evacuation is ordered. Note the evacuation routes and plan to leave early.

2. Step2

   Make lists of television and radio stations where you can get storm information, phone numbers to call in case of emergencies and locations of storm shelters. Get directions for the emergency shelters.

3. Step3

   Designate a location for you and your family members to meet if you get separated and the number of an out-of-state relative to call to say everyone is safe. That out-of-state person starts the phone tree to others on your list after learning you are okay.

4. Step4

   Find a place to take your pets where they will be safe if you have to evacuate. Most storm shelters won't allow pets.

5. Step5

   Remember to shut off electricity, water and gas to your home before evacuating.

Assemble a Typhoon Kit

6. Step1

   Pack food that doesn't have to be refrigerated or cooked along with disposable plates, bowls, forks, knives and spoons. Each person and pet in the home should have enough to eat for three days.

7. Step2

   Store water. Each person needs three gallons of clean water to drink and to use for washing. Pets also need water.

8. Step3

   Add flashlights, oil lamps, lanterns and candles, along with extra batteries, matches and fuel.

9. Step4

   Include a first aid kit in your typhoon kit.

10. Step5

    Remember to pack board games, card decks and a battery-operated radio.

11. Step6

    Throw in a box of garbage bags and paper towels.

Pack Your Bags

12. Step1

    Pack a small bag or backpack for each person in the home. It should include clothes and toiletries for three days.

13. Step2

    Bundle a blanket and pillow for each person and place them in garbage bags (to keep them dry) to take along if evacuating.

14. Step3

    Include a small bag of photos and documents you can't afford to have destroyed, such as wills and wedding albums.

15. Step4

    Place everyone's bag and bed bundle near the door so they can be quickly loaded into the car if you decide to evacuate. Fill the car with gas.

    
    

    source : http://www.ehow.com/how_2190448_prepare-typhoon.html