Cyber Security Reminders

FEMA Private Sector Resilience Tip 6/24/13:  Protect against cyber-attacks by not opening unknown emails, avoid clicking on suspicious links or providing personal information online to strangers. http://go.usa.gov/b7ze

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Know Your Zone

Hurricane season has begun, and New York City hurricane evacuation zones have changed. There are now six (6) numbered NYC hurricane evacuation zones. To find out if you live or work in a hurricane evacuation zone, visit the Hurricane Evacuation Zone Finder or call 311. Be prepared. Know your zone.
Use the Hurricane Evacuation Zone Finder
Read the updated Ready New York: Hurricanes and New York City guide
Learn more about coastal storms and hurricanes
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Save Energy this Summer

Summer arrives on June 21. And as temperatures climb during the summer months, so does power usage. It's important go green and conserve energy. Reducing your power usage may seem inconvenient, but power outages occur most often during the summer months when power usage is at its peak. Only use an air conditioner when you are home, and turn off nonessential appliances and lights in unoccupied rooms.
Learn more about power outages
Get energy conservation tips from Con Edison
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Include Hospitals, Shelters, and Contacts

FEMA Private Sector Resilience Tip 6/10/13: Update your severe weather plan with information regarding local hospitals, shelters and emergency communications contacts. http://go.usa.gov/b9ek.
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Give Dad the Gift of Preparedness

Looking to get your dad a great gift for Father’s Day? Before you head out and buy him a tie or coffee mug, consider giving him the gift of preparedness by making him a Go Bag. Every member of a household should have their own Go Bag -- a sturdy, easy-to-carry container, such as a backpack or suitcase on wheels -- in the event of an emergency.

Find out what you should include in Dad's Go Bag
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Severe Weather Preparations

FEMA Private Sector Resilience Tip 6/3/13: Help your business prepare for severe weather like hurricanes with weather alerts, social media tips and tools. http://go.usa.gov/bWbR.
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Avoid the Grip of the Rip

Beaches are beginning to open in NYC. Before you enjoy some fun in the sun and get ready to take a swim, keep in mind that the water can be dangerous due to rip currents -- strong narrow currents moving away from shore. Read the surf forecast before you head to the beach.
Learn more about Rip Current Awareness Week from the National Weather Service
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