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Plan Ahead for Disasters

Talk with your family.

Flooding

If you approach a flooded road or walkway, follow this rule: turn around, don't drown!

Know what to do before, during and after snowstorms and extreme cold.

If there is a wildfire in the area, be ready to evacuate on short notice.

Join other young leaders in supporting disaster preparedness and making a difference in your community. Now accepting applications through March 31.

Protect your family by financially preparing before an emergency strikes.

Severe weather can happen anytime. Know your risks and plan ahead.

Disasters don’t plan ahead. You can. Make an emergency plan today & practice it.

Be informed about what to do during an active shooting. Remember to RUN. HIDE. FIGHT.

Know the risks about different disasters and hazards that could affect you & your family where you live, work, and go to school.

Know what to do before, during and after a tornado.

Have alternative charging methods for your phone in case of power outages.

Lightning is a leading cause of injury and death from weather-related hazards. Learn what to do before, during and after.

Earthquakes can happen at any time. Learn what to do before, during and after.

Landslides can occur quickly, often with little notice. Find out what to do before, during and after a landslide.

Get involved in your community by taking action with FEMA’s citizen responder programming to help your community become prepared.