Disaster Preparedness
CAMPUS SUPPORT
Hurricanes
HURRICANE TERMINOLOGY
CATEGORIES OF HURRICANE
THREATENING HURRICANE
EMERGENCY SHELTERS IN VIEUX FORT
HURRICANE TERMINOLOGY
Although hurricane forecasting is more accurate due to technology, it does not mean that it is precise everytime. Hurricanes warning should be taken seriously as the damages from lashing winds, torrential rains, and inundating storm surges may put one in danger. Know how to protect yourself in these types of emergencies.
Hurricanes are storms which have torrential rains and sustained winds. Hurricanes normally blow in a counter clockwise direction around the center eye.
Hurricane Watch: Hurricanes can occur with less than 36 hours warning
Hurricane Warning: A hurricane that is expected within 24 hours in either case, the media will be advising residents and visitors on the path of the hurricane and potential evacuation measures. Local radio or television forecasts are great sources of information for the impending storm.
CATEGORIES OF HURRICANE
Hurricanes are classified according to their wind speeds, central pressure and damage potential.
| Category One | Winds 119-153 KPH |
| Category Two | Winds 154-177 KPH |
| Category Three | Winds 178-209 KPH |
| Category Four | Winds 210-249 KPH |
| Category Five | Winds > 249 KPH |
THREATENING HURRICANE
In case of a category 3, 4 or 5 hurricanes making a landfall in St Lucia, students are requested to stay home, to ensure the safety of the student.
Protocol:
- Furniture of objects should be brought inside in order to avoid them becoming potential items of projectiles during the storm.
- Utilities should also be turned off if not needed
- An overnight bag should be made up of essential items such as: personal hygiene items, a change of clothes, a flashlight, extra batteries, medication and bottled water.
- Driving, walking, swimming or going to the beach should be avoided during a hurricane warning. Please find a safe place to stay until the storm passes.
EMERGENCY SHELTERS IN VIEUX FORT
Hurricanes are storms which have torrential rains and sustained winds. Hurricanes normally blow in a counter clockwise direction around the center eye.
- Victory Pentecostal Church on St. Jude’s Highway
- Vieux Fort (VF) Seventh Day Adventist Church on New Dock Road
- VF Comprehensive Campus “A”
- VF Comprehensive Campus “B”
- VF Special Education Center
- VF Senior Primary School – Beanefield
For more information on Hurricanes:
Office of Disaster Preparedness: +1 (758) 452-3802
Please visit: www.stlucia.gov.lc
Fire & Earthquakes
FIRE
EARTHQUAKES
FIRE
If you are inside a building, then stop what you are doing and head for the nearest fire exit. Remember, safety first, make sure doors are cold before you open them and to crawl underneath smoke until you get to your exit. Walk fast but do not run or panic while exiting the facility.
EARTHQUAKES
If the ground is shaking, you’re probably experiencing an earthquake! There are many earthquakes that occur in St. Lucia and most we don’t even realize until the next day.
Here are some tips for what to do during an earthquake:
- If you’re indoors, duck and move under a table or even a doorway. Make sure to stay away from windows or heavy furniture that might fall over.
- If you’re outside, move to an open area away from buildings and power lines.
- If you’re driving, stop the car if it’s safe and just stay inside. Make sure to stay away from bridges, tunnels, trees, light posts, signs and power lines.
- If you’re at the beach, move to a higher ground, going inland.
Storms
WHEN THE STORM UNFOLDS
SAFETY TIPS BEFORE WARNING IS ISSUED
WHEN THE STORM UNFOLDS
- Listen to local authorities on the radio or television.
- Be sure to shut off unnecessary utilities.
- Remove objects that might become projectiles.
- Store all dangerous chemicals in a safe place
- Remain in a safe area until warning expires or until local emergency personnel have issued an all – clear signal.
- In the case of a storm, get inside a secure location and stay away from windows.
- Remember that a lull often signifies the storm’s eye not its end. You should wait for authorities to announce that the danger has passed.
SAFETY TIPS BEFORE WARNING IS ISSUED
- If you live in Coastal areas identify a safe shelter and a route to get out of there.
- Stock up on emergency supplies including food, water, protective clothing, medications, batteries, flashlights, road maps, and a full tank of gasoline.
- Secure importance documents
IMPORTANT CONTACTS
Office of Disaster Preparedness: +1 (758) 452-3802
Police Station: 999, +1 (758) 456-3905, +1 (758) 456-3901
Fire Department: +1 (758) 454-6339
St. Jude’s Hospital: +1 (758) 454-6041
Victoria Hospital: +1 (758) 453-7059
Please visit: www.stlucia.gov.lc
Police Station: 999, +1 (758) 456-3905, +1 (758) 456-3901
Fire Department: +1 (758) 454-6339
St. Jude’s Hospital: +1 (758) 454-6041
Victoria Hospital: +1 (758) 453-7059
Please visit: www.stlucia.gov.lc
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