Individual preparedness is the foundation in helping to protect you and your loved ones. The San Jac community pushes to promote a safe and resilient campus for all students, faculty, and staff.
- Stay informed with SJC Alert Me: Update your contact information through the SOS Portal.
- Update and practice plans on a regular basis.
- Check and replenish supplies at least once a year.
- For specific incident response information, visit Emergency Response Procedures.
Make a Plan
Begin individual preparedness by creating a plan for you and your family. These plans should include special considerations specific to your family – elder, children and pets.
Questions to ask yourself when creating a plan are:
- Am I registered for Emergency Alerts and Warnings?
- Am I registered for SJC Alert Me notifications?
- Harris County Residents: Am I registered for ReadyHarris alerts?
- What are the designated evacuation routes and/or zones?
- Do I have a shelter plan?
- Do I have a family communication plan?
- Do these plans meet the specific needs of my family?
Build a Kit
Your kit should be kept in an accessible locations and items should be replaced, as needed. Include special considerations specific to your family – elder, children and pets. Kits should sustain you for at least three days and include the following items:
- Water
- Nonperishable food
- Hand-Crank Radio and extra batteries
- Eating utensils, non-electric can opener
- Flashlight and extra batteries
- First aid kit
- Filter mask or cotton t-shirt
- Mobile device charger
- Plastic sheeting and duct tape
- Prescription Medications
- Sleeping bag or warm blankets
- Important documents
- Matches in a waterproof container
- Cash and some change
- Clothes and comfortable shoes
- Local Maps
- Moist towelettes, garbage bags, and plastic ties
Additional Resources
Pet Preparedness
Have a plan that includes your pets. They are a part of your family too!
- Microchip your pets and make sure the contact information is accurate.
- Have an updated photo of your pet available so if they are lost, flyers with current photos can be passed out.
- Some hotels/shelters will not accept pets, so it is your responsibility to figure out what assistance is available.
Build a Pet Kit
- Water
- Food
- Medicine
- Collar with ID information
- Grooming items
- Important documents
- First aid kit
- Crate, carrier, or travel bag
- Sanitation needs – litter boxes, paper towels, poop bags, etc.
- Toys and treats
- Instruction manual for pet care if your pet is being cared by another individual or facility
After a disaster, your pet’s behavior may change – especially if normal scent markers have been affected. Consult your vet if any behavior problems arise.
- Watch your animals closely and keep them under your direct control as fences and gates may be damaged.
- Be aware of hazards that can cause harm to your pet at nose and paw level.