LANGLEY AIR FORCE BASE, Va. –
As part of our nation's military, whether active duty, reserve, civilian employee or family member, you play an important role in ensuring the welfare of our homeland. Team Langley personnel execute many direct functions in defense of our nation while we must simultaneously be prepared for natural disasters that relate to living in a coastal area. It is important to prepare yourself and your family for all types of emergencies to increase your personal sense of security and peace of mind.
The following are considerations for all military personnel and families:
- Every time you relocate, learn the types of emergencies likely to affect the area and update your emergency kit and plan with new materials if necessary.
- Be aware that mass warning systems differ at different locations. It could be a "Giant Voice" outside speaker, siren, telephone alert, or some other system or procedures.
- You may not have extended family nearby, so a rendezvous point or call-in contact after an emergency may require more ingenuity.
- Establish an emergency plan with an out-of-town contact you can all reach. Keep in mind that one or more family members may be deployed when disaster strikes.
- If you live off base, threat levels or other circumstances may keep you from getting back on base for day-to-day activities following an emergency. Know alternative places to shop or obtain things you normally get on base.
- Collecting and recording important personal and financial documents is already a part of preparing for deployment. Be sure to include these documents in your family's emergency kit.
- During or after an emergency, you need to report to your chain of command. Learn and follow the established procedures.
For more information, call the 1st Fighter Wing Antiterrorism Office at 764-6654.