September marks National Preparedness Month, and the City of Snoqualmie is urging all residents and businesses to take proactive steps to prepare for emergencies and disasters.
National Preparedness Month is the perfect time to evaluate your readiness and take simple, actionable steps that can make a huge difference when emergencies happen.
The City of Snoqualmie recommends that all households and businesses focus on three key areas of preparedness throughout the month:
- Stay Informed: Understand the risks in your area. Sign up for local emergency alerts, such as City of Snoqualmie Emergency Alerts and Alert King County. Follow trusted sources like the National Weather Service, King County Emergency Management, and Snoqualmie Fire Dept. and Emergency Management on social media.
- Make a Plan: Create a household emergency plan. Discuss with your family how you will communicate, where you will meet, and what you will do in different types of emergencies. Consider the needs of everyone in your household, including children, people with disabilities, and pets. Download and fill out a family emergency plan.
- Build a Kit: Assemble an emergency kit with enough supplies to last for at least three days. Essential items include water, non-perishable food, a flashlight, batteries, a first-aid kit, and any necessary medications. Don’t forget a battery-powered or hand-crank radio to receive information if the power is out.
“National Preparedness Month provides a great opportunity to take small steps to make a big difference in being prepared,” said Snoqualmie Fire Chief and Emergency Management Director Mike Bailey. “Getting yourself, your family, and your home ready for emergencies like home fires, power outages and local floods means you’re more prepared in case of disasters.”
Learn more about being prepared for emergencies and disasters: www.ready.gov/september