BeReadyIowa

When disaster strikes, don't be afraid...
Be Ready!

Do you know what to do when disaster strikes? Do you have a plan? Fire, police and emergency medical services may be delayed or unable to respond. With a plan and a supply kit you can help to protect yourself and your family. Whether it's tornadoes, flooding, winter storms or an act of terrorism -- emergencies occur quickly and without warning. Although we cannot prevent emergencies, we can prepare for them.

Be ready! Create a family emergency plan. Build an emergency supply kit. When you're ready, Iowa is too! Thanks for doing your part.

Severe Weather--Be Aware!

Photo of a tornado April 7-11, 2008 was Severe Weather Awareness Week in Iowa.

Be Prepared!
Learn the warning signals used in your community, organize a family emergency plan, consider purchasing a NOAA Weather Radio, and put together an emergency supply kit that includes: a flashlight, battery operated radio, extra batteries, and simple first aid items in a waterproof container. Knowing what to do in advance can help prevent unnecessary panic and confusion when severe weather does strike.

For more information on severe weather visit the National Weather Service Web site.

Hey Kids!

8 Ways YOU Can be Prepared for a Disaster

Are You Prepared? A Guide to Individual Preparedness. How to create an emergency plan and supply kit (Download PDF file)

Three Actions You Should Take to Be Prepared in Emergencies. What you can do to make a difference during times of disaster. (Download PDF file)

Online Resources

» Iowa Homeland Security

» Ready.Gov - Español

» American Red Cross - Español

» Iowa Dept. of Public Health

» U.S. Dept. of Homeland Security

» Citizen Corps

» County Coordinators

» Road Conditions

» National Weather Service

A service of Iowa Homeland Security and Emergency Management Division

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