Emergency Preparedness: Emergency Planning for Families, Businesses, and Schools

 

Plan & Prepare

Taking action before a disaster strikes is critical to saving lives, preventing injury, and minimizing property damage. Because emergencies are unpredictable and often separate families or disrupt daily operations, having a proactive, regularly practiced crisis plan ensures that individuals, businesses, and communities can successfully navigate and recover from a major crisis.
 

Your Family and Pets: You may not be with your family when a disaster occurs. Create a clear communication and meeting plan ahead of time. Individuals with disabilities, along with their families and friends, must tailor emergency plans to accommodate specific functional and medical needs. Remember that family pets are highly vulnerable during disasters; ensure your evacuation and sheltering plans include them.
 

Your Business: Disaster preparedness is vital for economic survival, as 40% to 60% of small businesses never reopen following a major disaster. Safeguard your employees and operations by utilizing free online tools, training guides, and planning resources provided.
 

Your Local School and Age Based Children's Activities: While every school has unique needs by regularly reviewing, practicing, and updating your emergency plan. Tailoring your safety approach to specific age groups and activities ensures that children are both protected and without being unnecessarily frightened.