Marked as National Preparedness Month, September brings the reminder of how pivotal it is to be prepared for extreme weather in order to minimize the impact on families, communities and essential infrastructures..
September's headlining phrase for creating a strong, equipped country is "Be Disaster Aware, Take Action to Prepare." The simple message can be taken in great stride to protect yourself, your family and your entire community.The entire effort is based upon four pillars: be informed, make a plan, build a kit and get involved.
The Weather-Ready Nation Ambassador Lead for the NWS Douglas Hilderbrand stressed the instrumental importance of treating preparedness as a "365-days-of-the-year state of mind. We have national preparedness month to shine the spotlight on preparedness, but really it's every single day that people need to know as they're making their plans and what risks are out there," he said.
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As the weather is ever-evolving and rapidly changing, it is strongly encouraged that people remain prepared even when away from the shelter of home. While having a kit is essential, there should be plans in place if danger strikes at a school, an office or even in transit.
Do you remember the late-January 2014 winter storm that slammed Atlanta and left highways clogged with stranded motorists? The massive number of people stuck on icy, impassable highways could have been avoided by businesses having adequate plans to keep employees home and off dangerous roads, he said. Prepare now so you don't have to worry about winter weather
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