September is National Preparedness Month, and Whitfield County Emergency Management is encouraging residents to get prepared for a disaster before it happens.
Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Ready America campaign,
National Preparedness Month was founded after 9/11 to increase awareness and encourage action for emergency preparedness nationwide.
“National Preparedness Month is an ideal time for all residents to revisit their emergency preparedness efforts,” said Amy Ramsey, Emergency Management Coordinator at Whitfield County EMA.
“Everyone can recall a recent disaster that has occurred. We should learn from the past and prepare for the future by learning about local risks, making a plan, and building an emergency kit – BEFORE a disaster happens.”
Throughout the month, Whitfield County Emergency Management will be encouraging residents to take action to prepare. This year’s theme is “Disasters Happen. Prepare Now. Learn How,” and each week focuses on a different topic related to the theme.
· Week 1 (Sept. 1-8): Make and Practice Your Plan – Make (or update) your emergency plan, and practice it.
· Week 2 (Sept. 9-15): Learn Life Saving Skills – Learn basic skills to protect yourself, your family, and your home.
· Week 3 (Sept. 16-22): Check Your Insurance Coverage – Check your insurance coverage to make sure you are protected for any disaster.
· Week 4 (Sept. 23-30): Save for an Emergency – Complete an Emergency Financial First Aid Kit, and maintain an emergency savings.
For more information about local National Preparedness Month activities, contact Whitfield County Emergency Management at ema@whitfieldcountyga.com or 706 259-3730.