What is an evacuation center? How can this help disaster victims?
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What is an evacuation center? How can this help disaster victims?
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Evacuation centers/shelters provide a safe place to stay for those who have been ordered to evacuate their homes prior to a storm. They typically are only meant to house people for 12-72 hours until the storm moves through. Because these centers/shelters must open quickly, it may not be possible to provide a cot and blanket for each person and it may not be practical to move in supplies for such a short-term.
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An evacuation centre is defined as 'a centre which provides affected people with basic human needs including accommodation, food and water (Australian Emergency Management Glossary). Local and Regional EMPLAN detail facilities which could be utilised as Evacuation Centres during emergencies in their respective areas.
Sometimes they get too many donations and have to spend money storing or handling the excess items. Organize a community event. Talk to your place of worship or a local community center (like the YMCA) about organizing a walk, run, bake sale, or other activity to raise money. Donate clothes, food, or other items.