Residents should call 311 for updates or to report issues. The 311 Call Center’s hours will be extended to help residents cope with the storm. Tonight, September 30, 311 will operate until midnight. On Friday, October 1, the Center will open at 8 am and remain open until midnight on Saturday. Residents should only call 911 in case of emergency.
“During the height of storm, stay safe. Drive only if necessary. If you must drive, avoid low lying areas and standing water,” said Mayor Michael A. Nutter. “Please take extra precaution to secure lawn furniture, trash receptacles and other loose objects outside because high winds are anticipated. Downed trees and power lines are also expected.”
Residents and businesses in low lying areas with a history of flooding during storms should prepare immediately. Those areas include: sections of Manayunk, along Main Street; the Eastwick section in Southwest Philadelphia; Kelly and King Drives along the Schuylkill River; Lincoln Drive along the Wissahickon Creek; and Delaware River along Columbus Boulevard, from Spring Garden Street to Washington Avenue. In addition, flooding is anticipated on local creeks and streams. Be prepared to evacuate if needed. If an evacuation order is given, leave as quickly as possible.
If possible, Philadelphians living in affected areas should make arrangements with family or friends to stay the night. If residents cannot do so, they can go to one of the two shelters the City will open at 8pm tonight. They are:
Roxborough High School located at 6498 Ridge Avenue and Bartram High School located at 2401 South 67th Street.
If residents need assistance getting to the shelters, SEPTA will run a shuttle from the Ivy Ridge Train Station at 4996 Umbria Street at Parker to the Roxborough High School. SEPTA will also offer a shuttle to Bartram High School from Cibotti Recreation Center, 77th St. and Elmwood Ave. Both shuttles will begin operating at 8pm tonight.
Cots, blankets, food and beverages will be provided at the shelters but residents should bring a “Go Bag” of emergency supplies with them. Supplies should include:
Copies of important documents, such as insurance cards, photo IDs, birth certificates, deeds, and proof of address, in a waterproof and portable container
Medication
List of medication names, dosages, and a schedule when to take them.
List of doctor’s contact information.
Personal care items: hand sanitizer, toothbrush and toothpaste, and wipes
Child care supplies or other special care items
Other items that may be needed at a shelter:
Extra set of car and house keys
Credit and ATM cards
Cash, especially in small bills like ones, fives, and tens
Flashlight and extra batteries
Battery-operated radio and extra batteries
Sturdy, comfortable shoes, lightweight rain gear
Contact and meeting place information for your household
Small regional map
If residents wish to evacuate with their pets, they can bring them to the shelters. They should also bring appropriate pet supplies including:
Leash
Pet food and treats
Pet Identification
Pet carriers
Veterinarian Records
Philadelphians should stay informed during the storm and flooding by listening to local news for critical updates. They can also sign up for emergency text alerts from the City’s ReadyNotifyPA Emergency Public Notification at www.phila.gov/ready.
The City’s Emergency Operations Center (EOC) will be activated at 8 pm this evening. Agencies staffing the EOC will be the Office of Emergency Management, Philadelphia Fire Department, SEPTA, Philadelphia Water Department, Department of Streets, Department of Licenses &Inspections, Philadelphia Police Department, Philadelphia Gas Works, and Fairmount Park
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