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EMA urges households to rehearse evacuation, plans videos on emergency kits and communication
Summary
In observance of National Preparedness Month, the Emergency Management Agency said it will publish guidance videos and advised residents to plan for 10 to 14 days of supplies, designate a family meeting spot and rehearse evacuation plans, EMA Director Sean Granato said.
September is National Preparedness Month, and the Emergency Management Agency urged residents to plan and practice household emergency procedures and stock supplies for an extended period. A staff member said the agency will roll out videos this month covering what to include in a ready kit, how to create a communication plan and disaster recovery.
The guidance matters because recent events showed evacuation assistance may not always be available, the EMA director said. "Any plan that you can make prior to an event happening, and then…
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