Categories: General, Natural Disasters, Preparedness, Response
February 27th, 2013 11:16 am ET - Blog Administrator
By Gaetina Hodnett
It was a cloudy Monday in late October 2012 when Superstorm Sandy approached Long Island. The weather reports were frequent and very informative; however, I didn’t think the storm would have any impact on my family because of our experience with Hurricane Irene the previous year. We live less than a mile from the Atlantic Ocean and sustained minimal damage after Hurricane Irene.
Categories: Do 1 Thing, General, Natural Disasters, Preparedness
February 20th, 2013 2:45 pm ET - Blog Administrator
By Cate Shockey
This blog is part of a
series, covering a preparedness topic each month from the Do 1 Thing Program. Join us this month as we discuss “water.”
Whether you live in the country or the city, your water supply relies on electricity. If the water purification system in your area is compromised, whether due to severe flooding, power outages, or other problems, the water supply becomes unsafe to drink. As a result, you need to know how to find a source of safe drinking water or how to treat water for use. It’s recommended to have enough water on-hand for your family to last three days. You will need one gallon of water per person per day.
Categories: General, Natural Disasters, Preparedness, Response
February 15th, 2013 1:07 pm ET - Blog Administrator
By John Peterson
Categories: General, Natural Disasters, Preparedness, Response
February 12th, 2013 8:53 am ET - Blog Administrator
It is Mardi Gras in New Orleans and I would like to take this time to introduce myself. I’m an EvacuSpot. I am a piece of public art with a purpose and a message. You will soon notice me on the city of New Orleans’ landscape. My journey has not been quick or easy, and I would not be ready to hit the streets of New Orleans without the support of those who care so much about our great city. Oh wait, that’s jumping ahead. Let me start from the beginning and tell you what I represent.
Categories: General, Natural Disasters, Preparedness
February 6th, 2013 11:47 am ET - Blog Administrator
This Thursday, February 7, 2013, at 10:15 AM (CST), over 2.7 million people in the Central U.S. will participate in the Great Central U.S. ShakeOut, the region’s largest earthquake drill. Join communities throughout Alabama, Arkansas, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Mississippi, Missouri, and Tennessee who will participate in this event. People and organizations in other states are also encouraged to participate, especially if you are in an earthquake prone area.
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