Go Team, Go Bag!

OEM TIP OF THE WEEK: GO TEAM, GO BAG! With Super Bowl Sunday less than a week away, millions of Americans are busy party planning for game day. Keeping with the spirit of planning, OEM encourages New Yorkers to prepare a Go Bag. Your Go Bag should contain items you and your family would need if you had to evacuate in an emergency. Whether you are a Steelers fan or a certified Packer-Backer, everyone wins with a Go Bag. Learn tips for packing a Go Bag Read the Tip of the Week online

FEMA Toolkit for State Earthquake programs

FEMA Private Sector Tip of the Week 1/31/11: Businesses can download and use the FEMA Toolkit for State Earthquake programs.  http://go.usa.gov/rKD.  
FEMA · U.S. Department of Homeland Security · Washington, DC 20472

Unplug Unused Appliances

OEM TIP OF THE WEEK: UNPLUG UNUSED APPLIANCES During periods of extreme weather, like today's frigid temperatures, New York City consumes more electricity than usual. To help reduce demand, unplug appliances you are not using. If you lose power, contact your power provider immediately to let them know. Unplug major appliances so circuits in your home aren't overwhelmed when power is restored. Learn tips for coping with power outages Read the Tip of the Week online

Include the Kids

OEM TIP OF THE WEEK: INCLUDE THE KIDS Emergency preparedness is a family affair. When making your household disaster plan, be sure to include the little ones in the activities. With the use of games and other learning materials, preparing can be fun for people of all ages. Download Ready New York: Kids' Guide Read the Tip of the Week online

Earthquake Mitigation and Safety for Schools

Tip of the Week 01/17/11: Sign up for FEMA Earthquake Mitigation and Safety for Schools Webinar.  www.fema.gov/pdf/privatesector/earthquake_safety_mit_school_flyer.pdf.
FEMA · U.S. Department of Homeland Security · Washington, DC 20472

Resolve to be Ready in 2011

FEMA Private Sector Tip of the Week 01/10/11: Use the Resolve to be Ready Toolkit to prepare your organization for hazards in the New Year. www.ready.gov/america/_downloads/resolve11/resolve2011_toolkit.pdf.
FEMA · U.S. Department of Homeland Security · Washington, DC 20472

Get Financially Fit

OEM TIP OF THE WEEK: GET FINANCIALLY FIT Happy Financial Wellness Month. With holiday spending behind us, January is an excellent time of year to consider our financial futures. While most of our money plans include financial security for our families and property, OEM reminds everyone to guard against the financial consequences of a disaster. Check out OEM's emergency financial first aid kit Learn more tips for financial preparedness Read the Tip of the Week online

Give Blood, Save Lives

OEM TIP OF THE WEEK: GIVE BLOOD, SAVE LIVES Did you know that every two seconds someone in the U.S. needs blood? If you are at least 17 years old and weigh more than 110 pounds, you can save up to three lives by donating just one pint of blood. January is National Blood Donor Month and OEM encourages New Yorkers to make a difference by donating blood. Learn more about donating blood Find a blood donation center near you Read the Tip of the Week online

Winter Storm Resources

Happy New Year Everyone:
FEMA Private Sector Tip of the Week 01/03/11: Review online winter storm resources and share them with your organization.  http://www.fema.gov/hazard/winter/index.shtm.
FEMA · U.S. Department of Homeland Security · Washington, DC 20472