Severe – Red

• Complete recommended actions at lower levels
  
• Listen to radio/TV for current information/instructions
  
• Be alert to suspicious activity and report it to proper authorities immediately
  
• Contact businesses to determine status of work day
  
• Adhere to any travel restrictions announced by local governmental authorities
  
• Be prepared to shelter in place or evacuate if instructed to do so by local governmental authorities
  
• Provide volunteer services only as requested

High – Orange

• Complete recommended actions at lower levels
  
• Be alert to suspicious activity and report it to proper authorities
  
• Review your personal disaster plan
  
• Exercise caution when traveling
  
• Have shelter in place, materials on hand and review procedures for preparing for the unexpected
  
• If a need is announced, donate blood at designated blood collection center, if able.
  
• Prior to volunteering, contact agency to determine their needs

Elevated – Yellow

• Complete recommended actions at lower levels
  
• Be alert to suspicious activity and report it to proper authorities
  
• Ensure disaster supplies kit is stocked and ready
  
• Check telephone numbers and e-mail addresses in your personal communication plan and update as necessary
  
• Develop alternate routes to/from work/school and practice them
  
• Continue to provide volunteer services

Guarded – Blue

• Complete recommended actions at lower levels
  
• Be alert to suspicious activity and report it to proper authorities
  
• Review stored disaster supplies and replace items that are outdated
  
• Develop emergency communication plan with family/neighbors/friends
  
• Provide volunteer services and take advantage of additional volunteer training opportunities

Low – Green