In Transit Emergencies
No matter how well you plan,
emergencies do happen. First of all, make sure you have your important papers
with you, and not packed in your household goods. Telephone numbers to your
Commanding Officer and sponsor can be invaluable. The American Red Cross is
always available for emergency aid anywhere you may be. Contact the nearest
chapter through the phone directory. It can sometimes help with emergency
financial assistance and contacting individuals who will need to know where you
are and what is happening.
If you are traveling within the United States
during an emergency, you can reach the nearest USCG Work-Life Office by calling
1-800-872-4957. Extension 317 will contact the ISC Ketchikan office, if this is
your new duty station. The Work-life Office may be able to assist you with a
Mutual Assistance Loan or by contacting your Command.
There is also a
valuable brochure entitled "Help Along the Way" put out by the Alaska Section of
Community Health and Emergency Medical Services and the Alaska Highway Safety
Office. Copies are available from Betsy Longenbaugh, Transition and Relocation
Manager.Members with medical emergencies should contact the Valdez Hospital or
call 911.
Property management emergency calls should go to the Coast
Guard Public Works Department if you're living in Coast Guard housing.