Preparedness comes in all shapes and sizes.
And for this #ThrowBackThursday (#TBT) – I showcase a small sardine’s can of preparedness.
This includes a sardine’s can worth of stuff.
How much stuff?
Well, I guess it’s better than nothing.
Lots to learn today with deep discussions on integration with various local, county, state, and Federal officials.
It’s acronym galore!
If you were wondering, that flow chart above makes perfect sense to me.
Morning was also spent on a huge discussion on deployment preparedness.
Trust me, I definitely got that part down.
Long day ahead tomorrow too including meetings with City of Columbus officials.
Another great day in Georgia talking about preparedness to various pros.
Special thanks to Glynn County (GA) EMA Director Jay Wiggins for hosting the class…
…and special thanks to Laura Ginn who coordinated efforts on behalf of everyone in City, County, and State of Georgia.
Glad to see so many participants here to learn but more importantly, share information and challenges and success stories they found within their community. Espically when it comes to senior care and supportive care – these issues need to be talked about openly and various members of family and staff need to be aware of challenges they may face when disaster strikes.
Aside from www.ready.gov program – there are a ton of other agencies to follow to ascertain great and trusted information.
Remember, a short time ago, this entire area was hit by Hurricane Matthew with MANDATORY evacuations.
Building these kinds of relationships before a disaster can only strengthen our efforts in response and recovery.
Plus, it’s super awesome to hang with like-minded individuals who are so dedicated to preparedness.
Be safe peeps!
It’s still 2017 National Severe Weather Preparedness Week!
Despite the spectacular summer weather we are experiencing today in March, it is likely that conditions can rapidly change.
While we see this today…
…we might see this kind of weather in the next 24-hours.
While not fashionable, they provide some refuge and partial coverage in case I or my fellow PIOs get caught in some severe weather incident – we are somewhat protected.
And yes, having more than one is advisable as you likely have other family, friends, and/or people that might get wet too.
For more info on how you could better prepare yourself for severe weather, check out the list of preparedness stuff from my friend Jana and her team at Ready.Gov on a kit or an family communications plan.
Be safe and dry peeps!
It’s still 2017 Severe Weather Preparedness Week – today’s topic: pets!
Cold weather affects humans. But think about having to put more than just your two shoes into the snow…think about 4 paws.
I know your pet loves being outside in the snow, soooooooooo:
Rain or shine, keep your pets warm and well dressed for the weather outside.
For more trusted information on your local weather, check out www.weather.gov for official weather predictions.
2017 National Severe Weather Preparedness week.
As we start to experience more rain (April showers) – we need to constantly remind people – IF YOUR WIPERS ARE ON, TURN YOUR HEADLIGHTS ON!
Can you identify which vehicle doesn’t have their headlights on? Kinda hard to spot huh?
Despite daytime on a gloomy day, I think people just forget to turn their headlights on.
Consider using this safety meme whenever it rains.
Trust me, it’s free.
Every state is different so check your state and local laws. Or just turn them on whenever you turn your windshield wipers on.
More free severe weather safety tips this week…
This week is 2017 National Severe Weather Preparedness Week!
Foggy conditions pose a significant danger to motorists as well as pedestrians.
When driving (and flying) leave more room between you and the vehicle in front of you.
A few more tips/reminders:
More safety tips to share all week for National Severe Weather Preparedness Week.
Since it’s quiet in the office today, I’ve been assessing a few new kid preparedness and teaching tools.
Do you think Melissa has one on “Hurricane Warning” too?
Teach your kids about being safe and heeding all warnings from your local National Weather Service (NWS) office, Emergency Management officials, and public safety professionals.
Since we are talking about winter preparedness today, I am reminded about this meme created in 2015.
Yes, I said meme. It looks like a screen grab from a national news station, but it has been doctored up a bit. Obviously.
While I cannot support all the bullet points, I can tell you that first bullet point definitely on my list.
BTW-it’s Hoard water, SPAM, and bacon.
Long live the Oxford comma!
This store’s preparedness section is on fleek!
I love how they have things sectioned into different sections (kinda like by function).
Evacuation supplies seperated from foods.
And of course helmets and flashlights.
Flashlights a plenty!
I wish every store had sections like this dedicated to emergency preparedness / readiness.
Where is @rusnivek? 