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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Flood Risks

FEMA Private Sector Resilience Tip of the Week 5/27/13:  Learn about your organization's flood risks and find tools to help prepare. http://go.usa.gov/bgh5

 

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Be Prepared for Hurricane Season

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is predicting an active Atlantic hurricane season. This week, which marks National Hurricane Preparedness Week, familiarize yourself with the hazards associated with coastal storms and hurricanes.
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Read the NOAA forecast for the 2013 Atlantic hurricane season
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Reminders of Tornado and Shelter In Place

FEMA Private Sector Resilience Tip 5/20/13:  Update your employee newsletter with tornado warning signs, sheltering in place and office evacuation plans. http://go.usa.gov/ThAd.

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Foil Fire Hazards this Holiday Weekend

Each year, barbecue grills on residential properties cause more than 1,500 structural fires and 4,200 outdoor fires, according to the New York City Fire Department. This Memorial Day, practice safety when firing up the grill. Never operate gas or charcoal barbecue grills in an enclosed space, and never leave a grill unattended once it is lit.
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Flood Preparedness

Private Sector Resilience Tip 5/13/13: Download flood preparedness widgets, identify your business property flood risk profile by using free, online tools. http://go.usa.gov/TM23.
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