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ADMIN Login Home/Action Plan Disaster Plans Crisis Resources Weather Updates Traffic Reports Public News Glossary of Terms Employee Area Emergency Site Map		Water Damage/Flood Water Damage / Flooding - The HVA identifies water damage and flooding as high-risk incidents that have a probability of impacting the Health System.  Most CFVHS facilities are not in flood zones, but the possibility of flooded streets or bridges directly impacts our patients and staff.   MITIGATION:  Ensure new construction is built with flooding considering  PREPAREDNESS:   Maintenance Engineering Survey all facilities for water damage or flooding threat. Maintain emergency supplies such as sandbags, Visqueen, and barriers. RESPONSE:  Administrator on Call Activate Incident Command. Assemble IMT to plan strategy and form a CFVHS timetable The Incident Command Monitor National Weather Service and other resources for flooding updates  Assess incident impact on health system operations. Determine the necessity to curtail services, cancel procedures or close facilities Establish contact with the County Emergency Operations Center Maintenance Engineering Survey all facilities for water damage or flooding threat. Sandbag low-lying doors and windows. Take necessary measures in accordance with departmental plans to maintain utilities.   Make necessary emergency repairs. Assign personnel to make continuous rounds. Report all problems and/or damage to the Incident Command. Central Supply Make available emergency supplies as required    Advise vendors of local conditions Maintain liaison with vendors for emergency replacement supplies.  Advise departments on the use of blankets for absorbing water. Healthplex Be prepared to execute the Staff/Family Housing Plan if required.  Managers Ensure the safety of patients, visitors, and staff Be prepared to extend shifts Be prepared to manage staff staying on site. Maintain an emergency kit appropriate to the department Constantly assess managed areas, patients, and staff well-being. Report any damage or injuries to the HCC. Staff Maintain a “Go” bag in accordance with this plan. Be prepared to work extended shifts Be prepared to remain on site overnight Be prepared to come in early or to stay late. Assist patients and visitors Elevate and cover equipment to protect from leaks or flooding Medical Staff Check in and follow directions from the Medical Care Branch Director as required. RECOVERY:  Incident Command   Establish deactivation timeline
	Cape Fear Valley Health System, 1638 Owen Drive, Fayetteville, NC 28302, (910) 609-4000

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