Leave The Fireworks Shows To The Pros

Fireworks, including sparklers, are illegal in New York City. According to the National Fire Protection Association, more than 9,000 people are injured by fireworks every year, most of them children. This July 4, OEM reminds New Yorkers to leave the fireworks to the professionals. Learn more about the dangers of fireworks from FDNY Read the Tip of the Week online

When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors

Summer is the peak season for thunderstorms, and lightning is the most dangerous weather phenomenon. This week is Lightning Safety Week, according to the National Weather Service, and OEM reminds New Yorkers that lightning can strike up to 10 miles away from where it's raining. If you can hear thunder, you are in striking distance of lightning. So if you're outside and hear thunder, seek shelter indoors immediately. Read more about thunder and lightning hazards in NYC Visit the National Weather Service online for more safety tips See OEM's Tip of the Week on the website

Continuity Assistance Tool

FEMA Tip of the Week 6/20/11: Assess your organization’s severe weather continuity program with the Continuity Assistance Tool. www.fema.gov/pdf/about/org/ncp/cat.pdf.

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FEMA · U.S. Department of Homeland Security · Washington, DC 20472

Show Dad You Care By Helping Him Prepare

Treat Dad to a healthy dose of preparedness this Father's Day by filling out an emergency reference card for him. Then Pops will have details like your family meeting places, phone numbers for schools and doctor's offices and your family's out-of-state contact, and other important information he may need in case of an emergency. Remember, Dad isn't the only one who needs a card. Every person in your household should have one in case you are separated, need to leave your home in a hurry, or lose power in an emergency. Learn more tips about preparing for emergencies Read the Tip of the Week online

Avoid Getting Ripped This Summer

More people die every year from rip currents—strong, narrow currents moving away from shore—than from shark attacks, and 80 percent of beach rescues are attributed to rip currents. As New York City's beach season gets underway, OEM reminds New Yorkers to swim safely and understand the dangers of rip currents. Remember to swim parallel to the shoreline if you encounter a rip current and always swim where there is a lifeguard. Learn more about rip current safety from the National Weather Service Learn more about NYC beaches from NYC Parks & Recreation Read the Tip of the Week online

Shelter in Place

FEMA Private Sector Tip of the Week 5/31/11: Practice your organization's shelter in place plan and use a weather radio to keep employees informed during tornado conditions. www.fema.gov/hazard/tornado/to_during.shtm.

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FEMA · U.S. Department of Homeland Security · Washington, DC 20472