National Preparedness Month 2008 RSS Feed http://www.ready.gov/america/npm08/rss/npm08.xml NPM Updates will be distributed periodically to provide critical information and helpful tips to the public for emergency preparedness. Tuesday, 30 September 2008 10:00:00 EDT http://www.ready.gov/america/npm08/rss clutch incorporated ready@dhs.gov en-us 9/30 Tip of the Day - Get Involved Citizen Corps works hard to help people prepare, train and volunteer in their communities... To learn more... http://www.ready.gov/america/npm08/tips/093008.html Tuesday, 30 September 2008 10:00:00 EDT http://www.ready.gov/america/npm08/tips/093008.html 9/29 Tip of the Day - Local Alerts Many local emergency management officials deliver important emergency alerts, notifications... To learn more... http://www.ready.gov/america/npm08/tips/092908.html Monday, 29 September 2008 11:00:00 EDT http://www.ready.gov/america/npm08/tips/092908.html 9/28 Tip of the Day - Older Americans and individuals with disabilities or special needs If there is an older individual or someone with a disability or special needs in your home, be sure to account for their needs... To learn more... http://www.ready.gov/america/npm08/tips/092808.html Sunday, 28 September 2008 11:00:00 EDT http://www.ready.gov/america/npm08/tips/092808.html 9/27 Tip of the Day - Explosions and fire If there is an explosion: Take shelter against your desk or a sturdy table... To learn more... http://www.ready.gov/america/npm08/tips/092708.html Saturday, 27 September 2008 14:00:00 EDT http://www.ready.gov/america/npm08/tips/092708.html 9/26 Tip of the Day - Be a survivor Businesses can be greatly affected by disasters and many will have a hard time reopening and getting back on their feet... To learn more... http://www.ready.gov/america/npm08/tips/092608.html Friday, 26 September 2008 14:00:00 EDT http://www.ready.gov/america/npm08/tips/092608.html 9/25 Tip of the Day - Chemical hazards When there is concern about potential exposure to a chemical or other airborne hazard, local officials may advise you... To learn more... http://www.ready.gov/america/npm08/tips/092508.html Thursday, 25 September 2008 10:00:00 EDT http://www.ready.gov/america/npm08/tips/092508.html 9/24 Tip of the Day - Floods - even shallow water can be deadly Floods are among the most frequent and costly natural disasters in terms of human hardship and economic loss... To learn more... http://www.ready.gov/america/npm08/tips/092408.html Wednesday, 24 September 2008 10:00:00 EDT http://www.ready.gov/america/npm08/tips/092408.html 9/23 Tip of the Day - Earthquake Readiness 101 Learn if earthquakes are a risk in your area by contacting your local emergency management office... To learn more... http://www.ready.gov/america/npm08/tips/092308.html Tuesday, 23 September 2008 10:00:00 EDT http://www.ready.gov/america/npm08/tips/092308.html 9/22 Tip of the Day - Recovering financially A disaster can cause significant financial loss... To learn more... http://www.ready.gov/america/npm08/tips/092208.html Monday, 22 September 2008 10:00:00 EDT http://www.ready.gov/america/npm08/tips/092208.html 9/21 Tip of the Day - Understand shelter-in-place and evacuation During an emergency you may be asked to "shelter-in-place" or evacuate... To learn more... http://www.ready.gov/america/npm08/tips/092108.html Sunday, 21 September 2008 10:00:00 EDT http://www.ready.gov/america/npm08/tips/092108.html 9/20 Tip of the Day - Know how to turn off utilities In some emergencies, you may be required to turn off your utilities so it is important to learn how and when to turn off utilities... To learn more... http://www.ready.gov/america/npm08/tips/092008.html Saturday, 20 September 2008 10:00:00 EDT http://www.ready.gov/america/npm08/tips/092008.html 9/19 Tip of the Day - Know how to treat contaminated water Always use bottled water for drinking and cooking if it is available. Unsanitary water can be very dangerous to your health... To learn more... http://www.ready.gov/america/npm08/tips/091908.html Friday, 19 September 2008 10:00:00 EDT http://www.ready.gov/america/npm08/tips/091908.html 9/18 Tip of the Day - Surf the 'net Print emergency preparedness information and be sure to keep a copy with your disaster supplies kit... To learn more... http://www.ready.gov/america/npm08/tips/091808.html Thursday, 18 September 2008 09:00:00 EDT http://www.ready.gov/america/npm08/tips/091808.html 9/17 Tip of the Day - Office kit You should also keep an emergency supply kit in your office, in case you need to shelter-in-place there... To learn more... http://www.ready.gov/america/npm08/tips/091708.html Wednesday, 17 September 2008 11:35:00 EDT http://www.ready.gov/america/npm08/tips/091708.html 9/16 Tip of the Day - Car kit You should also keep a smaller version of your emergency supply kit in your vehicle, in case you are en route when disaster strikes... To learn more... http://www.ready.gov/america/npm08/tips/091608.html Tuesday, 16 September 2008 10:00:00 EDT http://www.ready.gov/america/npm08/tips/091608.html 9/15 Tip of the Day - What's in YOUR kit? Part two One of the easiest ways you can prepare for emergencies is to keep some supplies readily available... To learn more... http://www.ready.gov/america/npm08/tips/091508.html Monday, 15 September 2008 10:00:00 EDT http://www.ready.gov/america/npm08/tips/091508.html 9/14 Tip of the Day - What's in YOUR kit? One of the easiest ways you can prepare for emergencies is to keep some supplies readily available... To learn more... http://www.ready.gov/america/npm08/tips/091408.html Sunday, 14 September 2008 12:00:00 EDT http://www.ready.gov/america/npm08/tips/091408.html 9/13 Tip of the Day - Water is essential Store a minimum of one gallon of water per person for at least three days, to be used for drinking, food preparation, and sanitation... To learn more... http://www.ready.gov/america/npm08/tips/091308.html Saturday, 13 September 2008 13:00:00 EDT http://www.ready.gov/america/npm08/tips/091308.html 9/12 Tip of the Day - First Aid Store a minimum of one gallon of water per person for at least three days, to be used for drinking, food preparation, and sanitation... To learn more... http://www.ready.gov/america/npm08/tips/091208.html Friday, 12 September 2008 11:00:00 EDT http://www.ready.gov/america/npm08/tips/091208.html 9/11 Tip of the Day - Food for thought Preparing for emergencies can be inexpensive if you think ahead and buy small quantities at a time... To learn more... http://www.ready.gov/america/npm08/tips/091108.html Thursday, 11 September 2008 10:30:00 EDT http://www.ready.gov/america/npm08/tips/091108.html 9/10 Tip of the Day - Be ready to go! Make sure you have a to-go bag on hand in case you have to evacuate. Your portable kit should include... To learn more... http://www.ready.gov/america/npm08/tips/091008.html Wednesday, 10 September 2008 09:00:00 EDT http://www.ready.gov/america/npm08/tips/091008.html 9/9 Tip of the Day - What's the plan, boss? Do you know the emergency preparedness plan for your workplace? If you don't, make a point to ask... To learn more... http://www.ready.gov/america/npm08/tips/090908.html Tuesday, 9 September 2008 09:00:00 EDT http://www.ready.gov/america/npm08/tips/090908.html 9/8 Tip of the Day - Work together A community working together during an emergency makes sense... To learn more... http://www.ready.gov/america/npm08/tips/090808.html Monday, 8 September 2008 11:00:00 EDT http://www.ready.gov/america/npm08/tips/090808.html 9/7 Tip of the Day - Get emergency help Teach your children how and when to call 9-1-1 or your local emergency medical services number for help... To learn more... http://www.ready.gov/america/npm08/tips/090708.html Sunday, 7 September 2008 12:00:00 EDT http://www.ready.gov/america/npm08/tips/090708.html 9/6 Tip of the Day - What about the kids? Know your child's school emergency plan. Keep a copy at home and work as part of your home emergency plan... To learn more... http://www.ready.gov/america/npm08/tips/090608.html Saturday, 6 September 2008 12:00:00 EDT http://www.ready.gov/america/npm08/tips/090608.html 9/5 Tip of the Day - Make it a habit Make it a point to review your emergency plan, update numbers and check supplies to be sure nothing has expired, spoiled or changed... To learn more... http://www.ready.gov/america/npm08/tips/090508.html Friday, 5 September 2008 10:00:00 EDT http://www.ready.gov/america/npm08/tips/090508.html 9/4 Tip of the Day - Pet project Don't forget your pets in the planning process. Find out in advance which public shelters in your community will take pets in case you have to evacuate... To learn more... http://www.ready.gov/america/npm08/tips/090408.html Thursday, 4 September 2008 10:00:00 EDT http://www.ready.gov/america/npm08/tips/090408.html 9/3 Tip of the Day - Make a connection Choose an emergency contact who lives outside your area since it may be easier to call long distance after a disaster... To learn more... http://www.ready.gov/america/npm08/tips/090308.html Wednesday, 3 September 2008 10:00:00 EDT http://www.ready.gov/america/npm08/tips/090308.html 9/2 Tip of the Day - Oh, the places you'll go! Designate two places to meet after an emergency with your family. Identify a location right outside your home... To learn more... http://www.ready.gov/america/npm08/tips/090208.html Tuesday, 2 September 2008 10:00:00 EDT http://www.ready.gov/america/npm08/tips/090208.html 9/1 Tip of the Day - Best Way Out In an emergency, do you know the best escape routes to get out of your house? Find at least two ways out of each room. To learn more... http://www.ready.gov/america/npm08/tips/090108.html Monday, 1 September 2008 13:00:00 EDT http://www.ready.gov/america/npm08/tips/090108.html