BE READY, STAY SAFE: EMERGENCY RESOURCES

Emergencies can happen without warning. We've gathered essential tips and tools to help you and your household prepare for fires, earthquakes, power outages, and more. Whether you're building an emergency kit or planning your evacuation route, this page has what you need to stay informed and ready.

Make a Plan

You may not be together when disaster strikes, so it’s important to know how you’ll reconnect if separated. Use this form to create a Family Emergency Communication Plan, which you can email as a PDF file once complete. VISIT

Car Safety

Plan long trips carefully and listen to the radio or television for up-to-date weather forecasts and road conditions. In bad weather drive only if absolutely necessary. VISIT

Build a Kit

After an emergency, you may need to survive on your own for several days. Being prepared means having your own food, water and other supplies to last for several days. A disaster supplies kit is a collection of basic items your household may need in the event of an emergency. VISIT

People with Disabilities

Disability intersects every demographic group—there are people with disabilities of all ages, races, sex or national origin. And, disabilities can impact a person in a variety of ways—both visible and invisible. For people with disabilities and their families, it is important to consider individual circumstances and needs to effectively prepare for emergencies and disasters VISIT

Pets and Animals

Your pets are an important member of your family, so they need to be included in your family’s emergency plan. VISIT

For Older Adults

As an older adult, you may have specific needs after a disaster. Use the information on this page to assess your needs and take simple, low-cost steps that help you get better prepared. VISIT