National Preparedness Month
September is Preparedness Month in Massachusetts
HELP US HELP YOU: Security Is In Your Hands Too
Get a Kit, Make a Plan, Know Your Resources, Help a Friend
Security is important, but it doesnt have to be intimidating. In fact, preparing yourself and your family for an emergency is actually quite simple. It only takes a little time to get a kit, make a plan, know your resources, and help a friend. However, once you take these steps you can rest easy knowing that you are ready for the unexpected. Preparing yourself will also preserve critical resources for first responders in the event of an emergency, which will help everyone in your community.
This website is designed to provide you with the information you will need to prepare yourself and your family. See below for more information how to Get a Kit, Make a Plan, Know Your Resources, and Help a Friend. See the side bar for specific information on preparing the elderly, the disabled, kids, pets, and businesses.If this is an actual emergency, click this link to go to the Emergency Response homepage
Prepare Yourself in 4 Easy Steps
Press Releases
Calendar of Events
Ready.gov -- Prepare. Plan. Stay Informed.
This website, created and maintained by the Department of Homeland Security, provides important information about being prepared for possible emergency situations.