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  1. FEMA Leads Whole Community Response Efforts For Hurricane Dorian
    Categories: Disaster & Survival Preparedness & National Preparedness Month

    FEMA Leads Whole Community Response Efforts For Hurricane Dorian

    Hurricane Dorian continues advancing north and, this morning, the storm made landfall in the Outer Banks of North Carolina. North Carolina and Virginia are likely to experience continued severe weather with high winds, torrential rain and flash flooding throughout the day. Remember: Stay out of floodwaters – Turn Around, Don’t Drown! If you evacuated, do not try to return home...
  2. FEMA Urges Residents in Dorian's Path to Finalize Preparations
    Categories: Disaster & Survival Preparedness

    FEMA Urges Residents in Dorian's Path to Finalize Preparations

    “Don't tough it out. Get out. Save your life. Save the life of your family. Make the smart choice today because the clock is ticking.” – Acting FEMA Administrator Pete Gaynor Dorian Hits Florida while Fernand Threatens Northern Mexico & Southern Texas Even though the storm’s category changed overnight, Dorian is still expected to bring life-threatening storm surge and high...
  3. FEMA Urges Residents to Remain Vigilant in Preparation for Hurricane Dorian
    Categories: Disaster & Survival Preparedness

    FEMA Urges Residents to Remain Vigilant in Preparation for Hurricane Dorian

    Hurricane Dorian is expected to bring life-threatening storm surge, dangerous winds and significant infrastructure damage to much of the Florida peninsula beginning Monday. Evacuations have begun to be issued in Florida, and additional evacuation orders may follow. Fill your tank, stock your vehicle with supplies, and if ordered to evacuate, go. The forecasted track for Dorian can change quickly.  If...
  4. FEMA Urges Residents in Hurricane Dorian’s Path to Prepare Now
    Categories: Disaster & Survival Preparedness

    FEMA Urges Residents in Hurricane Dorian’s Path to Prepare Now

    The risk of dangerous storm surge and hurricane-force winds along the east coast of Florida later this week and this weekend continues to increase. Those in the Caribbean impacted by Dorian should use caution as they return home or begin clean up.  Residents in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands should continue to follow the directions of local officials...
  5. Categories: Info News, Things that make you go Hmmm... & Disaster & Survival Preparedness

    Normal Windows and Storm Safety

    We are still in the midst of Hurricane season, and heading into National Preparedness Month: While you may not consider yourself a "Prepper", there is a simple step you can take to help assure your home is safer for any coming storm... check out your windows. Windows can protect you from winds, rain, heat, and cold - but they can...
  6. How High-Speed Winds Can Damage Your Home
    Categories: Disaster & Survival Preparedness

    How High-Speed Winds Can Damage Your Home

    Here is the Midst of Hurricane Season, and heading toward National Preparedness Month we want to remind you to Prepare... Before or After isn't a viable question - get ready now. While your home may not be shattered, a lot of damage can occur - some not immediately apparent. It is important to educate yourself on all matters, especially when it comes to one...
  7. Preparation is Key: How to Make Sure Your Office is Hurricane Ready
    Categories: Disaster & Survival Preparedness

    Preparation is Key: How to Make Sure Your Office is Hurricane Ready

    READY FOR A WILD ONE? Time to get your office ready for hurricane season - see our hurricane supplies for the office, be sure to visit our hundreds of articles about Disaster & Survival Preparedness and check out the great infographic from Quill below! PRE-pared means yo plan and supply yourself BEFORE Disaster Strikes!
  8. What is a trusted source of information during an emergency?
    Categories: Basic First Aid Information

    What is a trusted source of information during an emergency?

    Today's Hurricane Preparedness Week Topic is "Identify your trusted sources of information for a hurricane event." As Weather Ready Nation Ambassadors, we have shared a good deal of information about weather alerts and warnings: WEA – Wireless Emergency Alerts Free FEMA App: Disaster Resources, Disaster Reporter, Weather Alerts, Social and Preparedness Important Lifesaving Alerts Wireless Emergency Alerts During emergencies, rumors and...
  9. Strengthen your home
    Categories: Disaster & Survival Preparedness

    Strengthen your home

    Day 5 of Hurricane Preparedness Week - time to think about Strengthening your home. Spring Forward’ with Tips to Make Your Home Safer Build a home emergency supply and first-aid kit Tips on Ensuring Home Safety If you plan to ride out the storm in your home, make sure it is in good repair and up to local hurricane building code specifications. Many...
  10. Assemble Disaster Supplies
    Categories: Disaster & Survival Preparedness

    Assemble Disaster Supplies

    Day 3 of Hurricane Preparedness Week! Today's topic is "Assemble Disaster Supplies" You’re going to need supplies not just to get through the storm but for the potentially lengthy and unpleasant aftermath. Have enough non-perishable food, water and medicine to last each person in your family a minimum of one week. Electricity and water could be out for at least...

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