It is the last day of September already! This month has flown by. Summer has come and gone and fall has arrived. Well, the calendar says that even if the weather doesn’t. It has been HOT and DRY. We are still in hurricane season and September is Preparedness Month. Even though it is the last day it is never to late for a few reminders to help your family stay safe year around!
National Preparedness Month culminates on September 30th with National Preparedness Day, the national day of action. Step 1~Learn your risks and responses. Sign up for emergency alerts, learn where your local shelters are and what kind of national disasters happen in your area. Step 2~Make a plan! Make sure to include kids and pets. Step 3~Build a supply kit. They recommend 3 to 7 days of food and water for each person. Don’t forget medicines, first aid, and batteries. Step 4~Get Involved. Find opportunities to support community preparedness. There are many ways to get involved before disaster strikes. ex. Red Cross, Neighborhood Watch.
*Reporting emergencies: ~Call 911 if you are in immediate danger, if someone is injured, has troubling breathing, or in unconscious. ~To report oil, chemical or hazardous substance releases or spills call the National Response Center at 800-424-8802. ~Pesticide poisoning call 800-222-1222.
*Download the FEMA app for disaster resources, weather alerts, and safety tips.
Below are some photos with more planning ideas. Be safe!
