Guide | Safety

Prepare for an emergency

A household emergency plan helps people respond to severe weather, power outages, flooding, fires, and other unexpected disruptions.

Topic: Emergency safetyAudience: Residents and families

Make a plan

Choose a meeting place, identify an out-of-area contact, and plan for pets, medications, mobility needs, and family members who may be in different locations.

Build a kit

Keep water, food, flashlights, chargers, important documents, medications, and supplies for children or pets. Sign up for trusted local alerts.