Get Prepared at Home

You are responsible for your own personal preparedness. Make sure you and your household have what you need to withstand emergencies. You can take some simple steps now to be emergency ready.

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Know the risks

Types of emergencies that can affect our community. 

Have a plan

Everyone needs one. You can have a plan in less than 20 minutes. Start by filling in your Emergency Preparedness Guide and get thinking about what you need to get through an emergency. 

• Where are your family members meeting in an emergency?
• What if your children are at school?
• Does anyone in your household have disabilities or special needs?
• What about your pets and service animals?
• Do you live in a high-rise?
• Do you have emergency supplies?
• What about copies of your important documents and identification?
• Do you have enough insurance coverage?

Get a kit

If you can’t leave your home and have to shelter in place you will need supplies. The same goes for when you are evacuated and utilities and local businesses are unavailable. Experts recommend you have at least 72 hours (3 days) worth of supplies to keep you and your household safe and healthy.

You can make a kit with a backpack or duffle bag anytime. Start with these items and build on it with anything else you may need. Plan to have at least 72 hours of supplies. Kits can be added to your vehicle as well.

Learn more about being prepared before, during, and after emergencies!