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SECTION 2
OCCUPANT SAFETY
Some RVers seek secluded areas and
campsites that can be vulnerable to severe
weather situations, especially flash flooding.
Following these precautions may help you
lessen the hazard of flash flooding or reduce
your immediate involvement:
Stay alert; thunderstorms can form at any
time, in any month of the year. Listen
frequently to weather reports on the radio
or TV for weather and flood conditions.
When camping near a stream, allow for
plenty of sloping bank between your RV
and the stream.
Avoid deep canyons and dry washes
during stormy or threatening weather.
Have alternative exit routes mapped out. If
heavy rain occurs, move to higher ground
immediately (at least 30-40 feet above the
canyon floor or bottom of the dry wash).
During a flash flood, if you cannot move
your RV, abandon it. Do not attempt to
return to your RV until the waters have
receded.
Do not attempt to wade to your RV if the
water is above your knees. Fast moving
water exerts an enormous amount of
pressure and can make it impossible to
remain standing or walking.
Do not try to drive through flooded areas.
Follow the instructions of the local
authorities. Leave immediately if advised
to do so. Many lives are lost because
people did not heed safety warnings.
Have survival supplies on hand that will
last for several days. Include food, water,
first
aid
equipment
medications. In desert areas during hot
weather, allow three to four gallons of
drinking water per person (per day).
Before you leave home, inform someone
of your destination and when you expect to
return. Authorities at your destination
should be notified immediately if you do
not arrive on time.
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Be aware of the heat index if camping during
hot weather. Keep yourself hydrated, and try to
stay indoors in an air-conditioned area during
a high heat index warning.
E
E
W
GRESS
XIT
INDOW
Your RV has an egress exit window. This
window will allow a quick exit from the RV
during an emergency if access to the main
entrance door is not available. Its red snap
latches and label easily identify it. Practice
opening the window before an emergency
occurs, and make sure all occupants know
how to operate it.
When pulling into your campsite make sure the
egress exit window is not blocked by trees or
other obstacles. Verify the area below the
window is over solid ground that can be used
as an escape path. Do not remove the label
listed below from its location at the egress exit
window:
EXIT
Fig. 2.1 Exit label
F
S
IRE
AFETY
If a fire starts, follow these basic rules:
1. Always call the Fire Department, no matter
how small the fire.
2. Have everyone (including pets) evacuate
the RV immediately.
3. After everyone is clear and accounted for,
check the fire to see if you can attempt to
put it out.
4. If the fire is large or fuel-fed, get clear of the
RV and have the Fire Department handle
the emergency.
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