(source: Ready. Onondaga County)
In the event of a disaster or other emergency, natural or man-made, the resources we frequently depend upon may not be readily available to us. As an individual, a family member, and member of your community, it is essential that you take a few basic steps to be prepared; the quality of your life and the lives of your loved ones may depend on it.
Be prepared in 3 simple steps…
- PREPARE: Put together an Emergency Supply Kit
Take steps NOW to prepare for and respond to an emergency. One way to prepare is by making an emergency supply kit. Be prepared to make it on your own for at least three days - PLAN: Develop a Family Emergency Plan
When an emergency strikes, be sure you and your family members are prepared. Know ahead of time how you will contact one another, where you will go, and what you should do during different emergencies. - STAY INFORMED
In can emergency, stay tunes to local media for information. Take time now to register your cell phone with Onondaga County E-911 (ongov.net/911) and sign-up for NY-ALERT (nyalert.gov), a free service that issues warnings and emergency information via text message and email.
For more information about being prepared for emergencies, visit ready.ongov.net or download the following information:
