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Hurricane Preparedness



 

As hurricane season draws closer, Bank of New Orleans would like to help you prepare as much as possible.

Things You Should Do:

1. To insure uninterrupted access to your checking account, apply for an ATM Card which allows you to withdraw cash from participating ATM machines. For even greater access to your checking account, including locations where out-of-town checks may not be accepted, apply for our Bonus Check Card, which gives you the ability to make purchases wherever Debit MasterCard is accepted as well as to withdraw cash from any ATM location.
    
2. Make sure you know your PIN number for your ATM Card or your Bonus Check Card. If you do not know your PIN number, please contact a desk officer to have a new PIN ordered ASAP. If you lose your card, the Lost/Stolen number is 1-800-554-8969.
    
3. Use Bank of New Orleans’ FREE Internet Banking to access your accounts via our website www.bankofneworleans.net. If you do not have Internet Banking make sure you sign up BEFORE a storm. With Internet Banking you can check your account balances, transfer funds between accounts, make loan payments, research check status, and more – from anywhere! All you need is Internet access. Existing Internet Banking customers, make sure to access your account at least every six months in order for it to remain active.
    
4. Sign up for FREE Online BillPay from Bank of New Orleans! Just like Internet Banking, you can stay on top of your bills no matter where you are. No more worries about falling behind on your payments or worrying if a hampered mail service will deliver your payments on time. With FREE Online BillPay you simply go online and set up your bills to be paid—you’re in control!
    
5. Keep our 24-Hour ACCESS LINE number handy. 1-888-466-4664 With one call from any touch-tone telephone you can get information on your accounts so you can monitor recent account activity, transfer funds between accounts, check balances, and hear current rate information.
    
6. Make sure you have Direct Deposit set up. When mail service is disrupted, you’re displaced from your employer, or simply have no way to get to the bank, Direct Deposit ensures that your deposit is automatically and securely deposited into your account for you. You can have payroll deposits, Federal government benefits, pension, annuity, and more automatically deposited into your account.
    
7. Be sure to bring important documents and essentials with you when evacuating such as your driver’s license, insurance papers, checks, ATM/Debit Card, deposit slips, account information, tax papers, credit cards, utility bills (for proof of residence) and any prescriptions. And remember that even if your cell phone service goes out, text messaging may still be available.

Bank of New Orleans will keep our website up to date with information after a storm to assist you with where and how to contact us. Remember to check our homepage regularly for the latest information.
 

Hurricane Safety Guide
 

What to do before a hurricane strikes:

1. Gather information
   Find out about the disaster plans at your workplace, your children’s school or daycare center, and other places where your family spends time. Ask an out-of-state friend to be your “family contact.” After a disaster, it’s often easier to call long distance. Other family members should call this person and tell them where they are. Everyone must know your contact person’s phone number. Write down all important phone numbers in one place.
    
2. Gather Important Documents
   Make sure you bring all important and pertinent documents with you, including driver’s license, ID, checks, deposit slips, passbooks, insurance papers, tax papers, and at least one utility or credit card bill showing proof of residence. Bringing your actual prescription bottles with you will make refills easier in case of an evacuation.
    
3. Plan an evacuation route
   Have more than one destination: a friend’s house, a hotel, and a shelter. Keep the phone numbers for these places on your hurricane contacts sheet. Discuss with family members what to do in an evacuation. Plan how to take care of your pets. Map out the routes for your evacuation destinations. Note: If you decide to evacuate, do it as early as possible.
    
4. List and photograph valuables
   Tips on photographing a home inventory can be found at DIYnet: http://www.diynet.com/diy/hp_digital_photography/article/0,2033,DIY_13956_4335546,00.html Software for organizing and creating your home inventory can be found at the Insurance Information Institute’s site http://www.knowyourstuff.org/
   (These links are provided for their informational purposes only; BNO does not provide, and is not responsible for, the products, services, or overall website content available at any third-party site.)
   
   Residents who are vulnerable to flooding should check their homeowners insurance policies, as most homeowners policies do not cover flood losses. Check into flood insurance through the National Flood Insurance Program through FEMA.
    
5. Prepare your first aid kit
   First Aid Kit Supplies

   • (20) adhesive bandages, Various sizes
     
   • (1) Sterile dressing, 5” x 9”
     
   • (4) gauze pads, Various sizes
     
   • (1) roll cohesive bandage
     
   • (2) alcohol-based hand sanitizers
     
   • (6) antiseptic wipes
     
   • (2) pair non-latex gloves
     
   • (1) roll adhesive tape
     
   • Anti-bacterial ointment
     
   • Cold pack
     
   • Scissors
     
   • Tweezers
     
   • OTC medications, including aspirin, non-aspirin pain reliever, allergy/sinus medication, anti-diarrhea medication, antacid, syrup of ipecac, laxative, and activated charcoal.
    
6. Stock an emergency food and water supply
   Store a minimum of three-days’ supply of non-perishable food
   
   • Canned meat, vegetables, and fruit, and juices
     
   • Staples (salt, sugar, pepper, spices)
     
   • High energy foods, such as granola bars
     
   • Foods for infants or elderly with special dietary needs, if applicable
     
   • Comfort/Stress foods
     
   • WATER—store a three-day supply in plastic containers
     
     • The proper amount is one gallon per person, per day
    
7. Tools and Supplies
   
   • Heart and high blood pressure medication
     
   • Insulin
     
   • Prescription drugs
     
   • Denture needs
     
   • Contact lenses and supplies
     
   • Extra eye glasses
     
   • Clothing and bedding
     
   • Mess kits, or paper cups, plates, and plastic utensils
     
   • Emergency preparedness manual
     
   • Battery-operated radio and extra batteries
     
   • Flashlight and extra batteries
     
   • Cash or traveler’s checks, change
     
   • Non-electric can opener, utility knife
     
   • Fire extinguisher: small canister ABC type
     
   • Matches in a waterproof container
     
   • Aluminum foil
     
   • Plastic storage containers
     
   • Plastic sheeting
     
   • Map of the area (for locating shelters)
     
   • Sanitation
     
   • Toilet paper, towelettes
     
   • Feminine supplies
     
   • Personal hygiene items
     
   • Disinfectant
     
   • Household chlorine bleach
     
   • Clothing and Bedding (include at least one complete change of clothing and footwear per person)
     
   • Rain gear
     
   • Blankets or sleeping bags
     
   • Shut-off wrench to turn off household gas and water

Keep the items that you would most likely need during an evacuation in an easy-to-carry container. Possible containers include a large, covered trash container, a camping backpack, or a duffel bag.

Remember family members with special requirements, such as infants and elderly or disabled persons.

Note: Keep important family documents in a waterproof, portable container.
Change your stored water supply every six months so it stays fresh. Replace your stored food every six months. Re-think your kit and family needs at least once a year. Replace batteries, update clothes, etc.
 

Important Information

Radio Stations
870 AM
101.9 FM

TV News
WWL Channel 4
WDSU Channel 6
WVUE Channel 8
WGNO Channel 26

Internet
www.weather.com
www.wwltv.com
www.redcross.org
www.nhc.noaa.gov

Hurricane Contact Numbers
Emergency Preparedness Offices
Jefferson Parish (504) 349-5360
Orleans Parish (504) 658-8700
St. Bernard Parish (504) 278-4267
St. Tammany Parish (985) 867-3787
Tangipahoa Parish (985) 748-3211

FEMA 1-800-621-FEMA (3362)

Red Cross – Southeast Louisiana (504) 620-3105

Sandbags – check with area home improvement stores

Bank of New Orleans (504) 834-1190
Toll-free 1-888-834-1190
info@bnoinfo.com
www.bankofneworleans.net
In case of an evacuation, the following contingency e-mail will be activated in case of local servers going down: bnohelp@yahoo.com

Bank of New Orleans Corporate Office
1600 Veterans Blvd. ♦ Metairie ♦ Louisiana ♦ 70005
(504) 834-1190 ♦ 1-888-834-1190 ♦ info@bnoinfo.com