General Camp Emergency Procedures

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This document describes emergency procedures for Girl Scout day camps, including how to prepare for emergencies, use the buddy system, and locate shelters and emergency equipment. It explains what to do during fires, severe weather, power outages, animal encounters, missing campers, or if a stranger is on camp property. The camp director leads responses and assigns tasks like calling 911 or accounting for everyone. Each camp has specific shelter locations and contact numbers for local emergency services. Safety of campers always comes first in all situations.

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Focus Areas: Everyday Emergency; Natural Disasters; Severe Weather

Audience: Schools & Childcare Providers

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Accident Prevention; Child Health Services; Disaster Planning; First Aid; Natural Disasters; Risk Management; Safety Management

Institutions: Girl Scouts

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The information provided on this website is for educational purposes only. It does not substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

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