Did you know September and October are national preparedness months for an emergency situation?
Three essential elements for being prepared include:
Be informed: stay aware of what emergencies could happen in your area, floods, wildfires, tornados, etc.
Make a plan: make sure your family knows how to protect themselves, who to contact, where to meet, and how to get there.
Build a kit: plan ahead what items you may need to survive an emergency - first aid, food, water, shelter, and communication.
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