September is National Preparedness Month!

National Preparedness Month begins in September! Throughout the month, the GMPHN will be posting important information on how Monadnock residents can be prepared before a disaster strikes. The GMPHN is a National Preparedness Month Coalition Member, part of FEMA’s “Ready” initiative. According to FEMA, less than half of households in America have a family emergency plan, but 42% of people reported that they would need assistance or help during a disaster. Only 57% of people have preparedness items set aside in their homes for use during a disaster. The GMPHN encourages Monadnock residents to take the time this September to 1) make a family emergency kit, 2) make a family communication plan, and 3) make a family evacuation plan. More information is available at www.ready.gov. You can also contact the GMPHN at 603-354-6836 or by email at gmphn@co.cheshire.nh.us with the subject line “Preparedness Brochures” to receive a free packet of preparedness brochures.

If your business, organization, or agency would like to become a National Preparedness Month Coalition Member, visit http://community.fema.gov/. It's free and takes less than 5 minutes to sign up!