After Hurricane Isaac: Are You Prepared for a Disaster?

"We've never had a disaster here", said a young father of 2, when asked if he had prepared for a disaster should it strike his home. His implication was if a disaster had never happened before, it wouldn't happen now. Is this what you or others you know are thinking?

Disasters can strike anywhere, regardless of whether one has struck there before. (There's always a first time.) The only control you have is whether you are prepared.

Don't wait! Visit http://www.ready.gov/are-you-ready-guide/
to be as prepared as possible. Your life, and the lives of your family, may depend on your willingness to think ahead and gather the supplies you need for potential disasters in your community.

Ger an emergency radio and put it where it can wake you up in the night in the event of an emergency in your area. You want all the warning time you can get; don't assume you will know about a disaster because the wind will wake you up in time to get somewhere safe.

Also scan and put essential documents on a flashdrive. These may include copies of professional and drivers' licenses, a will and power of attorney, medical records, financial documents, your home or renters' insurance papers, a home inventory, a list of family contact information and more.

Exert your control. Think ahead and make a plan for your family in the event of an emergency - today!