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Emergency Information
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Emergency Contacts
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Service Phone Number When to Call
Emergency Services 911 Life-threatening emergencies, fire, crime in progress
Fayette County Sheriff (563) 422-6067 Non-emergency police matters
Poison Control 1-800-222-1222 Suspected poisoning or exposure to toxic substances
Alliant Energy (Outages) 1-800-255-4268 Report power outages
Iowa Road Conditions 511 Highway and travel information

Nearest Emergency Medical Facilities
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Mercy One Oelwein Medical Center
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  • Address: 201 8th Ave SE, Oelwein, IA 50662
  • Phone: (319) 283-6000
  • Hours: 24/7 Emergency Services
  • Distance from Oran: Approximately 10 miles

Buchanan County Health Center
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  • Address: 1600 1st St E, Independence, IA 50644
  • Phone: (319) 332-0999
  • Hours: 24/7 Emergency Services
  • Distance from Oran: Approximately 15 miles

Weather Emergencies
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Tornado Safety
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  1. Seek shelter in the lowest level of your home, away from windows
  2. If no basement is available, go to an interior room without windows
  3. Keep a weather radio and emergency supplies on hand
  4. Know the difference between a tornado watch (conditions favorable) and warning (tornado spotted)

Flood Safety
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  1. Never drive through flooded roadways
  2. Move to higher ground immediately if flooding occurs
  3. Have an evacuation plan prepared
  4. Keep important documents in waterproof containers

Winter Weather Safety
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  1. Stay indoors during winter storms
  2. If you must travel, keep an emergency kit in your vehicle
  3. Watch for signs of hypothermia and frostbite
  4. Check on elderly neighbors during extreme cold

Emergency Preparedness
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Recommended Emergency Kit Items #

  • Water (one gallon per person per day for at least three days)
  • Non-perishable food (at least a three-day supply)
  • Battery-powered or hand-crank radio
  • Flashlight and extra batteries
  • First aid kit
  • Whistle to signal for help
  • Dust mask, plastic sheeting, and duct tape
  • Moist towelettes, garbage bags, and plastic ties
  • Wrench or pliers to turn off utilities
  • Manual can opener
  • Local maps
  • Cell phone with chargers and a backup battery

Emergency Alerts
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Sign up for emergency alerts through:

  • Alert Iowa
  • Local news stations’ weather apps
  • NOAA Weather Radio (broadcasts on frequency 162.400 MHz)

Additional Resources
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