When a disaster strikes, it can take days or weeks for first responders to reach you. A disaster preparedness plan can help you and your family survive until help arrives.
A disaster preparedness plan should include:
-A list of local emergency contacts, including your local police, fire department, and hospital
-A list of out-of-town emergency contacts, including family and friends
-A list of essential items, such as food, water, and first-aid supplies
-A evacuation route map
-A plan for where to meet if you are separated from your family
-A plan for how to care for pets
Making a disaster preparedness plan is the best way to ensure that you and your family are prepared for anything.
Sources:
https://www.ready.gov/make-a-plan
https://www.fema.gov/media-library/assets/documents/115467
https://www.redcross.org/get-help/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies/make-a-plan.html