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TextNational Preparedness Month 2011
September is National Preparedness Month!
Assure your preparedness by Making a Kit, Making a Plan and Staying
Informed.
Here’s your daily tip for National Preparedness Month:
In observance of the 10th anniversary of September 11, 2001, we can honor the memory of those who were lost by making sure we are ready to respond to all types of disasters and emergencies.
There is no better time to get ready for emergencies than September, which is National Preparedness Month.
More information:
For
questions and information, contact the Office of Emergency Management:
- Phone: 571-350-1000, TTY 711 / Fax: 571-350-1050 / E-Mail
- Register for Alerts
National Preparedness Month 2011
National Preparedness Month (NPM) is sponsored by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Ready Campaign. NPM is held each September and its goal is to:
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Increase public awareness about the importance of preparing for
emergencies
- Encourage individuals to take action
September 2011 is the eighth annual NPM. The month will focus on important preparedness steps:
The Campaign’s Web sites (ready.gov and listo.gov) and toll-free numbers (1-800-BE-READY and 1-888-SE-LISTO) provide Americans with free emergency preparedness information
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