Plan To Work Together

OEM TIP OF THE WEEK: PLAN TO WORK TOGETHER Emergency planning means different things for different people. Anticipating your needs and the needs of your loved ones is the best way to start your emergency plan. March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month and OEM encourages New Yorkers to use this week to personalize disaster plans. When it comes to your special needs, you know yourself best. Talk with your family and friends to make sure they understand how to help. Learn more about planning for emergencies Read more about Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month from NY State Read the Tip of the Week online

Radiation. Time, Distance, Shielding

OEM TIP OF THE WEEK: TIME, DISTANCE, SHIELDING While radiation experts agree America isn't at risk from the high radiation levels in Japan, OEM wants this event to serve as a reminder there are steps New Yorkers can take during radiation emergencies. First, always listen to public health officials - they may tell you to evacuate or stay inside. And remember time, distance, and shielding to limit your exposure to radiation. Radiation becomes less radioactive over time. The greater the distance between you and the radiation source, the better. Shield yourself from radiation with heavy, thick materials. Learn more about radiation emergencies Read the Tip of the Week online

Flood Risk Tool

FEMA Private Sector Tip of the Week 3/21/11: Access FEMA's One Step Flood Risk Tool to learn about flood risks that may impact your business. www.floodsmart.gov/floodsmart/. 

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Floodsmart Toolkit and other online Resources

FEMA Private Sector Tip of the Week: Review and use the Floodsmart Toolkit to help your business cope with flooding from the spring thaw. www.floodsmart.gov/toolkits/.

Japan Earthquake and Tsunami Aid Resources:

US AID is the government agency that provides disaster assistance to foreign countries - http://www.usaid.gov/ 

Direct Relief International - http://www.directrelief.org/ 

Additional Online Resources:

Ready Campaign - www.ready.gov/business

14th Annual Emergency Management Higher Education Conference, June 6 - 9, 2011 - http://training.fema.gov/emiweb/edu/educonference11.asp

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Get Prepared. Get Involved.

OEM TIP OF THE WEEK: GET PREPARED. GET INVOLVED. In 1942, President Franklin D. Roosevelt declared March Red Cross Month. Nearly seven decades later, more than half a million people volunteer for the American Red Cross each year. Keeping with the spirit of volunteerism, OEM encourages New Yorkers to volunteer in their communities. Start by learning about the many ways you can get involved. Learn more about joining the American Red Cross in Greater New York Read the Tip of the Week online

Inspect Your Detectors

OEM TIP OF THE WEEK: INSPECT YOUR DETECTORS On Sunday, March 13, Daylight Saving Time (DST) begins. As New Yorkers change their clocks to prepare for spring, OEM reminds New Yorkers to prepare for emergencies as well. Use DST to check the batteries in your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Take a minute twice a year to prevent emergencies. Learn more about stocking emergency supplies Read the Tip of the Week online

Back to the Basics

OEM TIP OF THE WEEK: BACK TO BASICS March 1, 2011 marks the 70th anniversary of the first commercially licensed FM radio station in the country, W47NV, based in Nashville. While many Americans now rely on television and Internet for their news, OEM takes this occasion to remind New Yorkers that radios can be an important news source as well. A battery-operated AM/FM radio can provide news updates during power outages. Stay informed by including a radio in your emergency supplies. Learn more about emergency supplies Read the Tip of the Week online

Prepare your Business for Earthquakes

FEMA Private Sector Tip of the Week 2/21/11: View our online tools to prepare your employees and business for earthquakes.  http://go.usa.gov/rKK.

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Cold Weather Is Hard on Your Heart

OEM TIP OF THE WEEK: COLD WEATHER IS HARD ON YOUR HEART February is American Heart Month, and, with the return of cold weather, OEM reminds New Yorkers to take precautions before performing strenuous tasks outdoors. Low temperatures place added strain on the heart, and hospitalizations for heart-related problems increase by more than 50 percent in winter, according to the Harvard Medical School. Remember to stretch, stay hydrated, and take frequent breaks when working outdoors in cold weather. Learn more cold weather safety tips Read the Presidential Proclamation about American Heart Month 2011 Read the Tip of the Week online

Love in the Time of Disaster

OEM TIP OF THE WEEK: LOVE IN THE TIME OF DISASTER Happy Valentine's Day, New York! As you exchange chocolates, flowers, and other gifts with your loved ones, OEM reminds New Yorkers to share emergency contact information as well. Cell phones, e-mail, and social media are great tools to express your love under normal circumstances, but they may be inaccessible during a power outage. Make a plan to stay in touch with your special someone no matter what obstacles you may face. Learn more about creating a disaster plan Read the Tip of the Week online

Plan for the Pets

OEM TIP OF THE WEEK: PLAN FOR THE PETS February is Responsible Pet Owner Month and OEM reminds New Yorkers that spaying and neutering pets is just one part of being a responsible pet owner. Have you thought about how you will care for your pet during a disaster? Create an emergency pet checklist that includes proper pet identification, plans for evacuating with your pets, and pet go bags. Learn more about pet preparedness Download Ready New York: For Pets Read the Tip of the Week online

Fire Safety for College Students

FEMA Private Sector Tip of the Week 02/07/11: Tip of the Week 2/7/11: Fire Safety for College Students is just a click away on USFA. www.usfa.dhs.gov/citizens/college/index.shtm. 

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