In the event of a storm or other disaster, please be prepared. Have an emergency kit ready and know the proper steps to take to stay safe. Use common sense both indoors and outdoors to prevent unnecessary injuries and damage. Please read or print the following information and learn more by visiting the website links.
Communications/Media Outlets
The following media outlets will be provided with up to date local emergency information including road closures and shelter availability. Be sure to have a hand-cranked or battery operated radio or television and plenty of extra batteries so that you still have access to information even when your electricity goes out.
·Television Stations:
oBath Community Television (BCTV), Channel 14
oWCSH, Channel 6
·Radio Stations:
oWBLM 102.9
oWPOR 101.9
Emergency Shelters
The following locations are used as shelters in the event of an extended emergency (extended down period for power, water, sewerage, etc… for a large area of Bath). These locations are ONLY open as shelters when deemed necessary by local emergency management authorities. It is important to remember that these facilities are NOT open when the storm hits.You can call the Bath Fire Department at 443-5034 if you need transportation to an emergency shelter. Be sure the shelter is open before travelling to the site; the openings will be communicated on the above TV and radio stations.
oSalvation Army on Congress Avenue
oUniversity College (old Bath Hospital) on Park Street
Important Websites
Many of these websites provide seasonal information as well as year-round advice. Check back to them frequently as weather changes to be sure you are prepared for the current season’s dangers.
