Saturday, September 7, 2019

September is Emergency Preparedness Month

Be Prepared, Not Scared!

This month puts focus on Emergency Preparedness and with everything that has been going on in the US lately from natural disasters to other displays of unexpected situations, it is good to have a plan of action in any circumstance. 

Each week this month has a different type of focus:

Week 1 Save Early for Disaster Costs

Week 2 Make a Plan to Prepare for Disasters

Week 3 Teach Youth to Prepare for Disasters

Week 4 Get Involved in Your Community’s Preparedness

You can learn more about each of these events by visiting www.ema.ohio.gov.

A few things you can do to keep you, your family and friends safe are:
  • Have a plan of action (ie; escape plan, communication plan)
  • Have emergency kits (ie; first aid, food, water)
  • Know life-saving skills like CPR and Heimlich maneuver 
  • Know about your insurance information (ie; what is covered, who is covered)
Getting to know the people around you can be helpful too! Many people have been getting away from social media, however, apps like Meetup and NextDoor are great ways to connect to your local community and learn about things you may have previously been unaware. Be sure to keep in contact with your child's school and know what their emergency plan is too.

For more information on how to stay ready, so you won't have to get ready:

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