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Plan Ahead for Disasters

Talk with your family.

Severe Weather

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

National Preparedness Month is recognized each September to promote family and community disaster and emergency planning now and throughout the year.

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

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

Flooding is the leading cause of hurricane-related deaths in the United States.

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

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

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

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

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

Protect your family by financially preparing before an emergency strikes.

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