Lionville Middle School to Serve as Shelter During Hurricane

Editor's note: The following information comes from Chester County Department of Emergency Services.

West Chester, PA_ Chester County Emergency Management officials strongly recommend those that live in low lying and flood prone areas of Chester County should leave their homes prior to the impact of Hurricane Sandy. Residents are encouraged to stay with family or friends outside the affected area. If this is not an option, in conjunction with the American Red Cross, 2 emergency shelters will open on Sunday, October 28th at 7:00pm.

The shelters are located:

• Avon Grove High School
  257 State Road
  Avondale, PA
• Lionville Middle School 
  550 West Uwchlan Avenue (Rt. 113)
  Exton, PA

The emergency shelters will provide basic meals and cots for sleeping. Emergency Management officials recommend you bring the following items for you and each of your family members:

Snacks or comfort food Any special dietary foods Bedding, pillow, blanket, etc. Extra clothing Medications and medical supplies Personal Care items Diapers, infant and elderly/disabled necessities Time occupiers; books, magazines, games or cards

Don’t forget about your pets. The emergency shelters will be pet friendly with an area designated for pets away from other shelter visitors. Officials encourage that you bring the following items for your pet(s):

Any medications Medical and vaccination records Collar, Leash and/or Carrier Food

For more information on shelters, please visit www.redcross.org For more information on Hurricane Sandy, please visit www.NOAA.org Keep informed at Chester County DES: www.chesco.org/des