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How to Prepare for an Emergency

More than 80% of Americans live in counties that have experienced a weather-related disaster.* Do you have a plan?

 

A weather-related emergency or disaster can occur any time. While they may be difficult to predict, it is possible to prepare. In fact, the more prepared you are, the more comfortable you’ll be when putting your plan into action.

This information offers tips on how to create a plan that will help you and your family in the event of an emergency. It covers everything, including: deciding on a meeting location, collecting documents and practicing your plan on a regular basis . You may not be able to control if or when an emergency will happen, but you are able to control your preparation for it; and preparation equals safety.

Although we may not want to think about what would happen in the event of an emergency, it’s necessary to plan for such an occasion. I enjoy serving you and care about the well-being of you and your family.

Source: FEMA

 

How to Prepare for an emergency