Learn About the Role of Public Private Partnerships

FEMA Private Sector Resilience Tip 4/27/15: Encourage your staff to learn more about the role of public private partnerships in emergency management using free, online training.

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60% of Americans Not Practicing for Disaster

60% of Americans Not Practicing for Disaster: FEMA urges everyone to prepare by participating in National PrepareAthon! Day on April 30

04/28/2015 12:03 PM EDT

WASHINGTON – A recent Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) survey found that nearly 60 percent of American adults have not practiced what to do in a disaster by participating in a disaster drill or preparedness exercise at work, school, or home in the past year. Further, only 39 percent of respondents have developed an emergency plan and discussed it with their household.

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Don't Get Served by Severe Weather

Even if you check the forecast and plan ahead, severe weather -- including flash flooding, thunderstorms, tornadoes, and high winds -- can strike at any time. If severe weather occurs, don't get served: win the battle by staying informed. Get emergency alerts and updates through such channels as Notify NYC and NYC.gov/SevereWeather so you can get information when you need it most.
Sign up for Notify NYC
Visit the NYC Severe Weather Website
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Download the FEMA mobile app

FEMA Private Sector Resilience Tip 4/20/15: Download the FEMA mobile app to receive national weather alerts, shelter locations and disaster response updates.

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Earthquakes Can Rock - Know What to Do

Our planet really knows how to move and groove to its own tune during an earthquake. They may seem unlikely here in New York City, but earthquake tremors can occur, and it's important to be prepared. In the event of an earthquake: DROP to the floor, take COVER under a solid piece of furniture or next to an interior wall, and HOLD on.
Get more information on what to do in the event of an earthquake
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Create an Emergency Financial Aid Kit

FEMA Private Sector Resilience Tip 4/13/15: Encourage your employees to create an emergency financial aid kit to help reduce the financial impact of disasters and organize financial records.

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FEMA Launches New Feature to Mobile App Empowering Users to Follow Weather Alerts Across the Country

FEMA Launches New Feature to Mobile App Empowering Users to Follow Weather Alerts Across the Country

04/14/2015 02:34 PM EDT

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) launched a new feature to its free app that will enable users to receive weather alerts from the National Weather Service for up to five locations across the nation. This new feature allows users to receive alerts on severe weather happening anywhere they select in the country, even if the phone is not located in the area, making it easy to follow severe weather that may be threatening family and friends.

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A Number You Need to Know

Riddle me this: what number do you call for information about NYC and not during an emergency? If you answered 311, you are correct. 311's mission is to provide the public with quick, easy access to information about government programs and non-emergency services. So the next time you're in doubt, remember: contacting the right number the first time can help you and others get help faster.
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Spring into Action -- Update Your Plan

If you plan on doing any spring cleaning, consider rolling up your sleeves and refreshing your emergency plan. Review your emergency contact information, meeting places, and checklists of supplies, and update any items that are out of date. Don't forget to review these changes with your family, and practice your plan, too!
Find out how to make a plan that best suites your needs
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