Warren County Emergency Management

Preparedness

Disasters and emergencies disrupt hundreds of thousands of lives every year. Each disaster and emergency has lasting effects, both to people and property. Everyone should take steps to be prepared for these events as being prepared and knowing what to do in the event of a catastrophic event can reduce fear and anxiety, as well as potentially diminish impacts.

When planning ahead, each person’s needs and abilities will be different. It is important to evaluate your individual needs and those of all members of your household, so that you can be better prepared for any situation.

This page provides information and tips on how to prepare.

WCEMA encourages everyone to be prepared by:

  • Considering how a disaster might affect your individual needs or those of your family.
  • Planning to be self-sufficient, at least for a period of time. It’s possible that you will not have access to a medical facility or drugstore.
  • Identifying what resources you use on a daily basis and what you might do if they are limited or not available.
  • Creating an Emergency Kit with your family’s unique considerations in mind. What do you need to maintain your health, safety and independence?
  • Creating a Family Communications Plan. Your family might not be together when disaster strikes, so plan how you will contact one another before the event happens.
  • Having multiple ways to receive updates. During a disaster, cell service or internet may be limited. A NOAA weather radio is good way to continue to receive updates when other services are limited.
  • Safeguard Important Documents and items like passports, birth certificates, maps and electronics in a flood-safe place. Store important documents like insurance policies digitally.
  • Finding out about individual assistance that may be available in your community.
  • If you or someone in your household has an access or functional need, you may have to take additional steps to prepare.
Preparedness for Children
Preparedness for Older Residents
Preparedness for Pets