national preparedness month

September is Preparedness Month

Posted by Amy on Sep 19, 2011 in getting organized, national preparedness month | 0 comments

Did you know that September is National Preparedness Month?  According to Wikipedia, “Since its inception in 2004, National Preparedness Month is observed each September in the United States of America. Sponsored by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) within the Department of Homeland Security, Preparedness Month encourages Americans to take simple steps to prepare for emergencies in their homes, businesses, schools, and communities. FEMA’s Ready Campaign educates and empowers Americans to prepare for, and respond to emergencies, including natural disasters and...