It is important to talk to your kids about emergency preparedness. Here are three basic things every family should do to be prepared.

1. Get an emergency supply kit.
2. Make a family emergency plan.
3. Be informed about the different types of emergencies that could occur in your area and their appropriate responses.

Free preparedness resources, such as a Family Emergency Plan template and an Emergency Supply Kit Checklist are at your fingertips by clicking www.Ready.gov (also available in spanish at www.Listo.gov). In addition, the Ready Web site has a special section intended for kids ages 8-12 titled Ready Kids. Be sure to visit these sites where you can print out an emergency plan template and emergency supply kit list then you are ready to begin making your own family plan today!

http://www.ready.gov/kids/index.html - also available in Spanish

(*Photo on this page is provided by Sidney Herald, Sidney, MT)

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