Proper preparation can make emergencies so much easier to cope with. Plan ahead, and you can concentrate on responding to events in the moment, without wishing you knew more or worrying about whether you have the correct supplies. Find resources to help you prepare here!
Ready is a National Public Service campaign promoting emergency preparedness. They have sections for every kind of emergency you can think of and some you'd never have thought of, which can help you get started no matter what you're preparing for.
If someone in your household has limited mobility or a medical condition that relies on electricity, you can sign up for the town's Care and Prepare service for significant weather events.
The Weather Underground emphasizes that by the time the weather starts, you need to have a plan in place. They have guides to help you to that for all kinds of weather.
The Nuclear Regulatory Commission are definitely the experts! Their guide focuses on preparations if you live within ten miles of a nuclear power plant.
Full of practical, clear, and easy-to-understand advice, this resource ensures that every household is prepared for any type of medical situation. Includes line drawings and instructions to help people through emergency situations, as well as a medical information chart that everyone should have on hand.
This guide has been prepared for direct dissemination to the general public and is based on the most reliable hazard awareness and emergency education information available at the time of publication, including advances in scientific knowledge, more accurate technical language, and the latest physical research on what happens in disasters.
Both natural and man-made disasters seem to occur with greater frequency. While these disasters can be devastating, the vast majority of casualties are caused from not being prepared in advance. Noted international expert on disaster relief and preparedness Dr. Maurice A. Ramirez gives us practical and comprehensive guide to solving this serious problem
Hurricanes. Floods. Earthquakes. Tornadoes. Death. Fires. Car accidents. Job loss. Power outages. These natural disasters and emergencies often happen in an instant. Prepare your family for any crisis with tips and ideas from Emergency Preparedness. Master the skills of emergency first-aid, creating a evacuation plan, and building an adequate food storage supply. Use this practical guide to minimize the chaos of any emergency and have peace of mind.
American Medical Association Handbook of First Aid and Emergency Care by 
Are You Ready? by 
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Disaster Preparedness by 
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