Emergency Preparedness
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According to the Virginia Department of Emergency Management, it is vital that you understand what a disaster could mean for you and your family. |
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Everyone should have an emergency plan.
The likelihood of you and your family surviving a house fire depends as much on having a working smoke detector and an exit strategy, as on a well-trained fire department.The same is true for surviving a terrorist attack or other emergency.
We must have the tools and plans in place to make it on our own, at least for a period of time, no matter where we are when disaster strikes. Just like having a working smoke detector, preparing for the unexpected makes sense.
Below you will find various tools to help you and your family be better prepared in the event of an emergency.
Resources to help you get prepared
Just for Kids
There are plenty of fun resources online to help teach kids about emergency preparedness. Below you will find a toolkit of links to fun activities, lesson plans, and general information on preparing kids for emergency.
Emergency Preparedness Puzzles
Fire Prevention for Kids and Teachers
