☐ Stay calm and assess the situation before acting.

☐ Protect yourself first so you can help others safely.

☐ Call 911 immediately when emergency assistance is needed.

☐ Follow the family's emergency response plan.

☐ Account for every family member, guest, and pet.

☐ Administer first aid if trained and safe to do so.

☐ Evacuate immediately when instructed or when conditions become unsafe.

☐ Go to the designated family meeting location if evacuation is required.

☐ Bring the emergency kit if it is safe and practical.

☐ Follow instructions from emergency responders and authorities.

☐ Avoid unnecessary risks or re-entering dangerous areas.

☐ Communicate clearly and keep family members informed.

☐ Shut off utilities only if it is safe and you have been trained to do so.

☐ Document important information, damage, or injuries when appropriate.

☐ Contact emergency family members or designated contacts after everyone is safe.

☐ Review what happened after the emergency and update the emergency plan with lessons learned.

☐ Restock emergency supplies and repair damaged equipment as soon as possible.