Published: September 2, 2014
By: Anita Goodan, WKVI
Marshall County EMA Director Clyde Avery said this is the
time of year that we should be preparing for emergencies including natural
disaster events and potential terrorist attacks and to take action to protect
ourselves and our families.
Avery noted that blizzard and snow events impacted schools,
businesses and families this year and tornadoes and severe weather events last
year damaged trees, homes and left many people without power for several days.
These and many other types of disasters can occur at anytime and anywhere.
Avery suggests that you prepare an emergency kit that
includes one gallon of water per person for at least three days, food for the
same amount of time, battery-powered radio, flashlight, first aid kit, extra
medicine, cash, pet food and season specific clothing.
You should also make a plan in the event of a disaster that
includes communication and addresses for shelter and evacuation.
After you are done preparing your own household for a
disaster, get involved in preparing your community for the same.
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