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Plan Ahead for Disasters

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2020 Preparedness Calendar

Learn about preparedness activities and get customizable resources to help promote preparedness throughout the year.
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Thunderstorms & Lightning

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

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

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

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

If there is a wildfire in the area, be ready to evacuate on short notice.
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FEMA’s Ready Campaign and the Ad Council are joining with Sony Pictures to promote the critical message of emergency preparedness through a Public Service Advertising campaign tied to the upcoming film, “Zombieland: Double Tap.” Sony Pictures developed a PSA with original movie footage that will run in theatres with the film’s release on Oct. 18. In the PSA, cast members describe what families should do now to prepare for disasters with the theme, “Zombies don’t plan ahead. You can. Make an emergency plan.”

Zombieland PSA

FEMA’s Ready Campaign and the Ad Council are joining with Sony Pictures to promote the critical message of emergency preparedness through a Public Service Advertising campaign tied to the upcoming film, “Zombieland: Double Tap.”
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Ready Kids

Check out our new kids content and help prepare your whole family for disasters.
Ready Kids Tips
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Prepared Not Scared

Prepare with your family in advance and when the time comes they’ll likely feel prepared, not scared.
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Save Early for Disasters

From savings to insurance, find out what you need to do to get prepared financially before a disaster.
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Make a Plan

Be Prepared. Make an emergency plan today and practice it.
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