Disaster Plan for Emergencies

Preparedness. An everyday task for everyday life

Being prepared for emergencies is crucial at home, school, work and in your community.

Disaster can strike quickly and without warning. It can force you to evacuate your neighborhood, workplace or school or can confine you to your home. What would you do if basic services - water, gas, electricity or telephones - were cut off?

You can begin this process by gathering family members and making sure each person is well-informed on potential hazards and community plans (Getting Informed). Discuss with them what you would do if family members are not home when a warning is issued. Additionally, your family plan should address the following:

More information is also available from the Home Safety Council

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