NYC Hurricane Season Ahead

Hurricanes in New York City may be rare, but they can and have happened. Our city is among the most vulnerable to hurricane damage in the U.S. because of its densely populated coastline. August 1 marks NYC's unofficial start of hurricane season as hurricanes are most likely to occur in our area between August and October. Do you have a plan if a hurricane hits? Start by using OEM's Hurricane Zone Finder to find out whether you live in a hurricane evacuation zone. Learn more about hurricanes and NYC Download Ready New York: Hurricanes and New York City Read OEM's Tip of the Week online

Stock Your Summer Travel Emergency Kit

FEMA Private Sector Tip of the Week 7/18/11: Pack local maps, food and cell phone chargers in your summer travel emergency kit. www.ready.gov/america/getakit/index.html.
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FEMA · U.S. Department of Homeland Security · Washington, DC 20472

Stay Cool, Visit a City Pool

When the heat is on in the city, OEM reminds you to stay cool. One fun heat-beating option is to visit a New York City pool. All 54 Parks outdoor pools are open for the season. Visit 311 online or the Parks Department website to find pool locations and hours. Get more heat-beating tips Read the Tip of the Week online

Business Preparation for Wildfires

FEMA Private Sector Tip of the Week 7/11/11: Identify your organization's fire risk, create a safety zone and prepare your staff for wildfires. www.fema.gov/hazard/wildfire/wf_prepare.shtm.
FEMA · U.S. Department of Homeland Security · Washington, DC 20472

Keep Your Pets Free from Fire

Home fires, one of the most common emergencies in New York City, affect an estimated 500,000 pets nationwide every year. Next Friday is National Pet Fire Safety Day, and OEM reminds you to keep your pets safe from fire and include them in your disaster plan. Get pet fire safety tips from the National Volunteer Fire Council Read the Tip of the Week online

Check Out OEM's Summer Blockbusters on YouTube

Looking for some blockbuster hits this summer? Check out OEM on YouTube and watch your favorite stars, like Mr. Met and Law & Order's Ice-T and Richard Belzer, discussing the importance of Go Bags, meeting places, out-of-state contacts, and more. Now that's reality TV! Visit OEM's YouTube page Read the Tip of the Week online