Earthquake Preparedness Checklist

FEMA Private Sector Tip of the Week 2/10/14: Ensure your crisis plan includes an earthquake preparedness checklist and share it with staff.  

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FEMA Business Impact Analysis Tool

FEMA Private Sector Tip of the Week 2/3/14: Assess and review the impact of disasters on your business using the business impact analysis tool. FEMA http://go.usa.gov/BDzh

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Step Up to the Challenge

You make decisions every day, but when disaster strikes, will they be the right ones? Test your emergency planning skills with the NYC Readiness Challenge -- a fun, interactive tool that guides you through a real-life emergency situation, and outlines steps that you can take to be prepared.
Take the NYC Readiness Challenge
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Prepare for Winter Travel

FEMA Private Sector Resilience Tip 1/27/14:  Encourage your employees to prepare for winter storms & severe cold by storing extra clothes, blankets, food and water in their cars.

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Score a Touchdown by Sharing Your Plan

Take a knee, and listen up, New Yorkers! Before the Super Bowl this weekend, gather your family for a huddle and decide who to call, where to meet, and what to pack in the event of an emergency. Everyone in the household is on the same team -- develop and share your "emergency playbook" ahead of time so that when disaster strikes, you all know what to do. And break!
Get your strategy started
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Identify Back-Up Staff and Suppliers During Flu Season

FEMA Private Sector Tip of the Week 1/21/14: Identify back-up staff, key supplier contacts and talk with your staff about your business emergency plan during flu season. http://go.usa.gov/ZuM5.

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'B' Positive About Donating Blood

One great way to contribute to the emergency preparedness of the City as a whole is by donating blood. New York City needs approximately 2,000 people to donate blood every day to maintain its supply, so this National Blood Donor Month, "B" positive about helping others before an emergency. Find a donation center near you today.
Donate blood today through the NY Blood Center
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Keep your business Ready

FEMA Private Sector Resilience Tip 1/13/14:  Keep your business Ready for various types of disasters such as pandemic flu, natural disasters and computer system attacks.

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'Partner' Your Organization

Want to help your organization's bottom line? Make your workplace ready for an emergency and join Partners in Preparedness. This free program provides organizations with tools and resources to help them prepare for and recover from emergencies. Get started today!
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Prepare for Winter Weather in the Office

FEMA Private Sector Resilience Tip of the Week 1/6/2014: Store a weather radio, emergency food and supplies at the office to prepare your business for winter weather. http://go.usa.gov/Zyhh

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Snow Fun is No Fun (When You're Unprepared)

This week in 1996, one of the biggest snowstorms in New York City history swept through the region, causing power outages, billions of dollars in damage, and forcing New Yorkers to stay home. Be sure to winterize your home and Emergency Supply Kit by adding such items as extra blankets, warm clothing, and a battery-operated radio. Having extra hot cocoa on hand doesn't hurt, either!
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