How Do I Plan for Disaster Preparedness?
Natural disasters can’t be controlled, but how you prepare for them can be. Being prepared for disasters can ease anxiety and worry, help you recover more quickly after the disaster, and maybe even help you reduce the potential losses caused when Mother Nature decides to shake things up. The old scouting adage, Always Be Prepared, should be followed when getting you and your home ready for possible disasters. Make sure you have enough insurance, including flood insurance. Read your policy carefully, and if you have questions about the fine print, don’t hesitate to call your insurance company and ask questions. Learn about the online resources available to you. The U.S. government has many websites that can help you plan. Keep these in your favorites file on your computer. Useful government sites include the National Weather Service (http://www.weather.gov/), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)(http://www.fema.gov/areyouready/why_prepare.shtm), and the Be Ready Campaign (http://w
