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Preparedness
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Create an Emergency Plan
Know what you'll do in the event of an emergency.
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Drop, Cover, & Hold On
You cannot tell from the initial shaking if an earthquake will suddenly become intense, so always drop, cover, and hold on immediately!
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Escape Plan
In a fire or other emergency, you may need to evacuate your house, apartment, or mobile home on a moment’s notice. You should be ready to get out fast.
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Family Emergency Preparedness
Learn how to protect yourself and cope with disaster by planning ahead.
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Fire Safety
Learn what to do in case of a fire.
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Home Hazard Hunt
In a disaster, ordinary items in the home can cause injury and damage. Anything that can move, fall, break, or cause a fire is a potential hazard
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If You Need to Evacuate
If you need to evacuate, please try to accomplish some last minute matters.
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Prepare a Disaster Supplies Kit
Chances are you will have to rely upon supplies you have available in your home for at least the first three days following any major disaster.
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Prepare an Emergency Car Kit
For unforeseen situations on the road, be prepared with an emergency car kit.
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Prepare in a Year
One hour of disaster preparedness activity each month will help you be ready for disasters whenever they occur.
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Shelter In-Place
Rather than evacuating, you may be asked by officials to shelter in-place.