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Contributed by: DCSO on 9/11/2007

September is National Preparedness month and Douglas County Sheriff
David Weaver wants all citizens to be ready and be prepared.

This month there is a nationwide effort to encourage Americans to take simple steps to prepare for emergencies in their homes, businesses and schools. The goal of this effort is to increase public awareness about the importance of preparing for emergencies and to encourage individuals to take action.

"As your Sheriff, I want all citizens to understand the importance of having a family emergency supply kit, making a family emergency plan, and being informed about different threats and getting involved in preparing their communities," stated Sheriff Weaver.

When preparing for a possible emergency situation, it's best to think first about the basics of survival: fresh water, food, clean air and warmth.

The basic emergency supply kit doesn't have to contain a lot of items, just make sure it has at least water, a three-day supply of food, NOAA Weather Radio, flashlight and extra batteries, first aid kit, and warm blankets and clothing.

For additional information about what to put in your emergency kit go to www.ready.gov.

It is extremely important to have a family plan already in place before the emergency occurs. Make sure all members of your family understand the plan and know how to execute it when the time comes.

Lastly, it is essential to know that there are differences among potential emergencies that will impact the decisions you make and the actions you take.

Learn more about the potential emergencies that could happen where you live and the appropriate way to respond to them.

To learn more information about National Preparedness Month and about being prepared for an emergency go to www.ready.gov.

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Submitted By: Jeffrey Schwartz

posted on 9/12/2007 @ 4:54:15 AM

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One could argue that basic preparedness would include the ability to defend your home against looters and other bad people in times of emergencies.

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