In Ecuador, there may be various natural disasters such as earthquakes, ashfall, or floods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
To prepare, you can create a Family Emergency Plan. This plan helps you have ready the information about what to do before, during, and after a natural disaster. This way, you can act in a planned and safe manner for yourself and your family. See more information in the family emergency plan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In addition, it is important to prepare an emergency backpack, which should contain:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
? Water: 2 liters per person per day (include small bottles, as they are easier to carry)
? Canned food and energy bars
? Flashlights and batteries
? Portable radio with extra batteries
? First aid kit
? Special items such as medications and eyeglasses. Consider the needs of children, older adults, and people living with disabilities.
? Spare keys to your home
? Cash
? Your Family Emergency Plan<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Remember that during emergencies, phone and internet networks may not function properly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In the boxes below, you will find specific information about what you should do in the event of each type of natural disaster.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In the boxes below you can find specific information about what to do in the event of a specific natural disaster.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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