Preparing for Sandy

October 26, 2012

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

CONTACT:    Megan Silverstrim, Cumberland County

                        717.729.7019

Cumberland County Emergency Management Officials Urge Residents to Prepare for Hurricane Sandy

Cumberland County, Pennsylvania– The Cumberland County Department of Public Safety (DPS) is urging residents to take time this weekend to prepare for Hurricane Sandy.  While forecasters are still uncertain of Sandy’s path or impact, the potential exists for Cumberland County to see large amounts of rain and high winds. 

If this storm tracks into Central Pennsylvania, widespread utility outages are possible.  Area utility companies are already busy preparing for potential outages and have auxiliary crews on standby ready to respond.  Residents should take the time before the storm to prepare for these outages by stocking their disaster supply kits with items including but not limited to flashlights, water, non-perishable foods, prescription medications, blankets and spare batteries. 

The threat of flooding exists with this storm, so residents are also urged to avoid traveling through flooded areas and have an evacuation plan in place if they live in a flood prone area.  DPS staff is preparing for this event and will be providing important updates and safety tips to residents.  For more information visit www.ccpa.net, www.twitter.com/ccpa_net_dps911, or www.facebook.com/CumberlandCountyDPS.

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