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In addition, the American Red Cross is partnering with VDEM and the Virginia Department of Health in a local “Prepare Hampton Roads” campaign for general emergency preparedness.
Although all of these groups have always worked side-by-side before, during and after an emergency, each organization’s outreach efforts have varied. Tb reach more people more effectively, these emergency preparedness and response groups are partnering this year to emphasize four simple and easy steps citizens should take to get ready.
“We learned from Katrina that most citizens were not as prepared as they should have been,” said Michael Cline, state coordinator for VDEM. “Each Virginian has the responsibility to prepare their homes and famines, and it is easier than they think.”
The four basic steps to disaster preparedness are: get a kit, make a plan, listen for instructions and learn your evacuation routes.
1. Emergency Supply Kit Putting together an emergency supply kit take# little time and money, but it will provide your family or employees
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