This
#NationalPreparednessMonth
, get involved and spend some of your time on emergency preparedness:
▶️ Learn basic safety & First Aid.
▶️ Install smoke & C02 alarms in your home.
▶️ Learn how to turn off your water, gas, & electricity.
▶️ Lend a helping hand to neighbors.
If you’re checking in with friends or family in
#Helene
’s path, save phone calls for emergencies. Phone 📱systems often are down or busy after a disaster. Use text messages or social media to communicate with loved ones. More info and resources at:
#Children
are more vulnerable than adults in emergency situations. 👩👧👦 Check out and share this page from the
@CDCgov
on caring for children during a disaster.
At 3AM this morning, 46 members of New York-Task Force 1 were activated and deployed by
@FEMA
as a Type III Urban Search and Rescue team comprised of NYPD, FDNY and NYCEM personnel to support operations responding to Hurricane Helene. New York-Task Force 1 been driving through
Another hot day across Puerto Rico and the USVI 🥵. A Heat Advisory will be in effect from 10 AM to 4 PM for the coastal areas of Puerto Rico. In the afternoon, showers and thunderstorm activity will develop across the interior and western Puerto Rico.
#prwx
#usviwx
Having enough food, water, & medicine can help you prevent injury, & stay safe & comfortable until help arrives. Visit for a list of basic supplies for everyone in your home to be prepared when an emergency or disaster happens.
#StartAConversation
#NPM2024
Are you ready to shake out? Join us and millions around the world October 17 for this year's International
@ShakeOut
Day, practicing earthquake safety
#DropCoverHoldOn
! Register today:
It's
#WorkforceWednesday
! Allison Albright supports partnerships between
@fema
& the U.S. private sector. She recently developed an innovative designation program for NFL facilities to be "Mission Ready Stadiums" capable to support whole community response & recovery efforts.
News:
@NFL
stadiums will soon double as venues for disaster response. During
#ClimateWeekNY
, we launched this innovative initiative to respond to the increased tempo of disasters because of our changing climate and all hazards our communities face.
Summer may be over, but it is still National Preparedness Month!
✅Talk to your neighbors! Get involved in your local Community Emergency Response Team (CERT)
✅ Become a volunteer in your community!
#ReadyNJ
#NPM2024
#BeReady
Today is
#SeeSayDay
!
Learn how to spot the signs of terrorism-related crime and how to report it to local authorities.
One tip could make the difference ➡️
#SpotReportPrevent
There are many ways to strengthen your home from disasters. You can protect important 📁documents and heirlooms through proper storage. Consider other protections such as flood insurance.
#StartAConversation
:
#NPM2024
#DYK
September is
#HappyCatMonth
? Include your cat – & all animal companions – in your emergency plan.
🐾Practice evacuation with pets.
🐾Find pet-friendly hotels & shelters.
🐾Include items such as food, toys, medical records & ID tags in your go-bag.
While floods, home fires, & power outages can happen anywhere, other disasters like hurricanes, earthquakes, & snowstorms are more common in certain areas.
Once you know your risk, take action to strengthen your home & property.
#NPM2024
Do you have the supplies you need if a disaster strikes? This
#NationalPreparednessMonth
make sure you and your loved ones have:
🥫 Food & water
💊 Medications
🔦 Flashlights
🔌 Chargers
🪪 IDs & insurance documents
Learn more ways to prepare at .
⭐️
#DeafAwarenessWeek
: Here are essential tips for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing Community⤵️
💡Install flashing lights for smoke detectors & alarms.
📂Create & share written plans
📳Sign up for local emergency text alerts
🗒️Keep a notepad or use apps to communicate quickly!
Today’s preparedness challenge: test your smoke alarm or carbon monoxide detector!
#NPM2024
Remember that you can take simple preparedness actions all year long! Tips to keep the preparedness party going even after
#NationalPreparednessMonth
: