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Plan Ahead for Disasters

Talk with your family.

Hurricanes

Prepare for hurricanes now. Know where to go if asked to evacuate quickly and how you and your family will get there.

Drink plenty of water even if you do not feel thirsty. Heat kills by pushing the human body beyond its limits.

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

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

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

Protect yourself before, during, and after a volcanic eruption.

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

Every minute counts during a disaster – plan now so you’re prepared. Here are six important things to know before a disaster strikes.

April is National Financial Capability Month. Protect your family by financially preparing before an emergency strikes.

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

A nuclear explosion may occur with or without a few minutes warning. Learn what you can do: Get inside, stay inside, and stay tuned.

Learn how to prevent, detect and respond to cyber incidents.

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

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