FINANCIAL
Fuel or supply-chain shortage
Gas stations or store shelves running low.
Official evacuation orders and immediate life-threatening hazards take priority over this guide. Call 911 in an emergency.
1WHAT TO VERIFY
- Confirm the situation through official sources (NWS, county emergency management, utility outage map, local police/fire).
- Check for official instructions: shelter-in-place, boil-water, evacuation or curfew orders.
- Do not act on unverified social media posts or forwarded messages.
2IMMEDIATE ACTIONS
- Avoid panic buying; use your inventory first.
- Combine errands and limit driving.
3HOUSEHOLD SAFETY
- Store fuel only in approved containers, away from living areas and heat.
- Never store gasoline indoors.
4COMMUNICATIONS
- Coordinate with neighbors to share rides and information.
5SUPPLIES
- Rotate stored food and water on a regular schedule so reserves stay fresh.
- Keep vehicle tanks at least half full as a habit.
6SHELTER OR EVACUATION
- Plan any evacuation route with fuel range in mind.
7BUSINESS CONTINUITY
- Identify alternate suppliers ahead of time.
- Communicate delays honestly to customers.
8RECOVERY
- Rebuild reserves gradually once supply normalizes.
OFFICIAL SOURCES
General educational guidance. Not a substitute for official instructions or professional medical advice.