COLUMBUS, Ohio –
National Preparedness Month recognized each September, provides an opportunity to remind us that we all must prepare ourselves and our families now and throughout the year. This NPM will focus on planning, with an overarching theme: Disasters Happen. Prepare Now. Learn How.
2018 Weekly Themes
Week 1
Sept. 1 – 8: Make and practice your plan
Week 2
Sept. 9 – 15: Learn lifesaving skills
Sept. 12: See Something/Say Something Day!
Sept. 13: Emergency information display/distribution
Sept. 15: CPR/AED Class
Week 3
Sept. 16 – 22: Check your insurance coverage
Sept. 20: Emergency information display/distribution
Week 4
Sept. 23 – 29: Save for an emergency
Sept. 26: Parent preparedness information
Download the FEMA app for disaster resources, weather alerts, and safety tips.