September is National Preparedness Month

9/16/2016 (Permalink)

These are a few emergency supply items you should include in your preparedness kit.

September is National Preparedness Month. Many types of disasters have affected the United States in recent years. Floods, fires, tornadoes, hurricanes, and wildfires are disasters that threaten our homes, businesses and community. During National Preparedness month, SERVPRO of Gilbert wants you and your customers to be aware of the steps to take to help prepare for Mother Nature’s worst.

If disaster strikes, will you be ready? Being prepared before a disaster occurs is most important. The following steps can help you prepare for an emergency situation.

• Sign up for local alerts and warnings, download apps, and/or check access for wireless emergency alerts.
• Assemble or update emergency supplies.
• Develop and test emergency communication plans.
• Conduct a drill to practice emergency response actions
• Participate in a preparedness discussion, training, or class.
• Collect and safeguard critical documents.
• Plan with neighbors to help each other and share resources.
• Document property and obtain appropriate insurance for relevant hazards.
• Make property improvements to reduce potential injury and property damage.

Emergencies can happen anytime to anyone. Take action now to protect yourself and your property.