Dear Residents,

I feel it is imperative to send you this leaflet, in order for all of us to prepare ourselves.  In light of the present situation in southern Israel, it is important to remind the entire country of the rules during a time of emergency.

In this leaflet, you will find vital information regarding behavior during an emergency.

I hope that we will not need to implement the emergency system in Raanana; however, it important to be prepared for any situation.

 We are here, at your service, both in times of routine and emergency.

Yours,

Nahum Hofree
Mayor


Raanana's Preparations for Emergency Situations

As part of the home front preparations for a state of emergency, the city¡¦s residents are asked to prepare their shelters and residential secure spaces, to regularly maintain them and ensure their proper working order for a possible state of emergency.

The Municipal Auxiliary Law (Shelter Maintenance) 1976 ¡V and Amendment 2007 determined that ¡§The property owner must ensure that the shelter in his property is clean and in proper working order, which will enable its use at any time that it shall be necessary and he shall make any repair or change necessary, in order to meet the requirement.  Improper maintenance of the shelter, public or private, is a violation of paragraph 24(b) of the Civil Protection Law and may incur a monetary fine.¡¨

Rules of Conduct When Hearing the Alert Siren

When the siren is heard, you must act according to the following instructions:

Inside a building: Enter the shelter/secure space or an internal secure space, close windows and doors.

Outside of a building:  Immediately go inside the closest building.  If there is no building in the vicinity, or if you are in an open area, lie down and protect your head using your hands.

In a vehicle in an urban area:  Stop at the side of the road and enter the nearest building.

In a vehicle in an intercity area:  Continue driving until you reach a built-up area, stop at the side of the road and enter the nearest building.

What You Should Do during Peacetime to Prepare for a State of Emergency?

Keep the shelter or Residential Secure Space clean, ventilated and free of unnecessary equipment.

Ensure that the ventilation, water, sewage and electrical systems are in proper working order.

Clear the entrance and exit ways to the shelter, and its emergency exit.

Ensure that the doors, blast resistant windows, and their sealants are in proper working order.

 Make sure to update the signs and markings to the shelter and its access paths (light emitting signs)

Stock the shelter with basic equipment:

Fire extinguisher, hammer, rope and scissors

Emergency lighting, flashlight, candles and matches

Radio with batteries, telephone and television

4 liters of water per person per day, it is recommended to prepare water for 3 days.

Food in sealed packages:  snacks, canned goods, etc.

First Aid Kit:  Dressings, bandages, sterile pads, disinfectant material for wounds, scissors and
rubber gloves.

 Beds, mattresses, chairs and blankets.

Garbage pail, plastic bags and toilet paper.

Newspapers and books

Toys and games for children

Essential telephone numbers.

The City's Public Shelters
Information regarding their opening will be relayed through the national and municipal communications media

To Receive Up-To-Date Information During An Emergency
 Listen to the communications media

Follow the municipal instructions posted on the municipal website
 
When necessary, use the Municipal Moked 107 Hotline

Follow the security officials¡¦ instructions: Home Front Command, the Israel Police

Important Telephone Numbers in Times of Emergency:

For Information on the Internet

• The Raanana Municipal Website                       www.raanana.muni.il
• The Home Front Command Website                www.oref.org.il
• The Israel Police Website                                www.police.gov.il
• Magen David Adom Website                           www.mdais.org
• Israel Fire and Rescue Services Website            www.102.co.il