Robins Emergency Management

10/11/2018

Here is a video on basic tips about Tropical Storms that may be helpful for everyone!

The tropical storm vignette spotlights basic preparedness tips; including defining the hazard and the simple actions individuals can take before, during, and...

10/11/2018

Latest update! Michael is now downgraded to a Tropical Storm. Winds are still high around the local area and everyone should still be indoors! Remember to report any damage and power outages! Stay Safe everyone!

10/11/2018

Please report any damage or downed power lines you may see outside your home!

10/11/2018

Power Out? Report your outage to your electricity provider!

10/11/2018

Power out? Report your power outage to your electricity provider!

October 10, 11:00 p.m. Update: We have 7,682 members out. Restoration efforts have ceased due to safety concerns. Report outages to www.flintenergies.com or by using the Flint app. We're signing off for tonight, but please check back tomorrow morning for updates. Stay safe!

10/11/2018

All,

Stay safe and stay indoors as this Hurricane comes through our area.

is still a Category 1 Hurricane located over south-central Georgia. Strong winds are ongoing across south-central Georgia, leading to widespread downed trees and power outages. If you are in the path, prepare for significant wind damage and move to safe shelter!

10/10/2018

As Hurricane Michael nears the local area, we would like to remind everyone what they should be doing during a hurricane.
Everyone should:
- Stay Indoors during the hurricane and away from windows and glass doors
- Listen to the radio or TV for information
- Secure your home, close storm shutters, and secure outdoor objects
- Fill the bathtub and other large containers with water to be used for flushing and sanitary purposes
- Turn off propane tanks

09/29/2017

Thank you to everyone that was able to come out to our events this September for National Preparedness Month! We truly are happy to see so many individuals wanting to recieve information on how to prepare for disasters. We ended the month with a free movie and giveaway!

09/25/2017

Team Robins supported Virginia Task Force-1 who has been in Puerto Rice since Hurricane Irma. VA TF-1 is the #1 FEMA urban search and recovery (USAR) team in the country.

Teams of FEMA officials are trying to assess the damage and the havoc that Maria caused in Puerto Rico

09/18/2017

Now that Hurricane Irma has passed, it is the perfect time to restock your Emergency Supply Kit! Many individuals wait last minute to stock their Emergency Supply Kit and sometimes run into problems with empty shelves. Why not be proactive and create/restock your Emergency Supply Kit now!? Below are a few items you should have in your kit!

Water, one gallon of water per person per day for at least three days, for drinking and sanitation
Food, at least a three-day supply of non-perishable food
Battery-powered or hand crank radio and a NOAA Weather Radio with tone alert and extra batteries for both
Flashlight and extra batteries
First aid kit
Whistle to signal for help
Dust mask, to help filter contaminated air and plastic sheeting and duct tape to shelter-in-place
Moist towelettes, garbage bags and plastic ties for personal sanitation
Wrench or pliers to turn off utilities
Can opener for food (if kit contains canned food)
Local maps

Remember "Disasters Don't Plan Ahead. You can!"

09/15/2017

Here's some info regarding food in your fridge when a power outage has occured in your home!

The USDA's Food Safety experts recommend throwing away any food that has been in a refrigerator without power for more than 4 hours, which makes a majority of the food in your refrigerator no longer safe to eat.