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Emergency Preparedness
In a recent national survey conducted by the Ad Council, 80% of Americans agreed that taking some simple steps to prepare could help protect themselves and their families in the event of an emergency. However, only 58% had made an emergency supply kit, developed a family emergency plan or learned about potential threats, the three steps recommended by the Ready campaign. A survey of small businesses found more than 90% recognized the importance of business emergency preparedness. But, only 40% said that their company had an emergency plan in place.
By visiting READY.gov, Individuals and businesses can learn how to prepare their families and workplaces for emergencies including natural disasters and potential terrorist attacks. Materials, including family communication plan templates and sample business continuity plans, are available on the website providing Americans with the resources needed to make new year's resolutions that will bring peace of mind.
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security promotes individual emergency preparedness through the READY campaign produced by the Advertising Council in partnership with Homeland Security The ready campaign is designed to educate and empower Americans to prepare for and respond to emergencies, including, natural disasters and potential terrorist attacks.
For more information please visit the following websites.
www.redcross.org
www.fema.gov
www.dhs.gov
www.ready.gov
www.dph.state.ct.us
www.cdc.gov
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