Calling Here
International dialing code: +678
Languages spoken: Bislama (63.2%), English (5%), French (5%).
- Common greetings in Bislama include “Halo” (Hello), “Gudmoning” (Good morning), and “Gudnaet” (Good night).
Hazard Preparedness
Create an Earthquake Preparedness Plan
Prepare your household for an earthquake by creating a specific plan. Identify safe spots in each room, establish meeting places (near and far), outline communication strategies, and share the plan with all members.
- Identify safe spots in each room (under sturdy tables/desks, against interior walls away from windows/heavy objects).
- Determine primary and secondary exit routes from your home.
- Establish safe meeting places: one near home, one outside the neighborhood.
Create an Emergency Kit
Ensure self-sufficiency during severe weather by assembling an emergency kit with essentials: water, non-perishable food, first aid, medications, flashlight, radio, batteries, sanitation items, and important documents.
- Include basics: Water (1 gal/person/day for 3-7 days), Non-perishable food (3-7 days), Battery/hand-crank Radio (NOAA preferred), Flashlight, Extra batteries.
- Add: First aid kit, Medications (7-day supply), Whistle, Dust masks.
- Pack: Plastic sheeting/duct tape (for sheltering), Moist towelettes, garbage bags, basic tools.
Emergency Flotation Devices
Improve water safety by ensuring personal flotation devices (PFDs) like life jackets are available and used correctly, especially when boating or swimming. Keep throwable flotation aids accessible on beaches. Teach children safe usage.
- Wear a properly fitting, Coast Guard-approved life jacket (PFD) when boating, kayaking, paddleboarding, or in potentially hazardous water conditions.
- Ensure children wear appropriate PFDs near any water.
- Have throwable flotation devices (e.g., ring buoy, flotation cushion) readily accessible on boats and piers.
Local Alert Channels
Emergency Coverage
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