Disasters
can strike quickly and without warning. They can force you to evacuate your
neighborhood or confine you to your home.
What would
you do if basic services – water, gas, electricity or telephones – were cut
off?
Local
officials and relief workers will be on the scene after a disaster, but they
cannot reach everyone right away.Knowing
what to do to protect yourself and your loved ones is essential.
A recent
national survey revealed that only 7 percent of Americans have taken the
recommended actions to prepare for disasters. If you’re in the remaining 93 percent, you can
get ready for emergencies by taking on of the following four key steps:
Make a Plan
Families
cope with disaster by preparing in advance and working together as a team.
