The Importance of a Disaster Preparedness Plan

When a disaster strikes, it can take days or weeks for first responders to reach you. A disaster preparedness plan can help you and your family survive until help arrives.

A disaster preparedness plan should include:

-A list of local emergency contacts, including your local police, fire department, and hospital

-A list of out-of-town emergency contacts, including family and friends

-A list of essential items, such as food, water, and first-aid supplies

-A evacuation route map

-A plan for where to meet if you are separated from your family

-A plan for how to care for pets

Making a disaster preparedness plan is the best way to ensure that you and your family are prepared for anything.

Sources:

https://www.ready.gov/make-a-plan

https://www.fema.gov/media-library/assets/documents/115467

https://www.redcross.org/get-help/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies/make-a-plan.html