Step 2: Make a Plan
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Make a PlanEach person, and family should have a plan in case disaster strikes. You may not have time to prepare before an incident.
Developing and practicing your emergency plan with your family keeps everyone on the same page. The resources below will help you develop your emergency plan.
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The American Red Cross: BeRedCrossReady The American Red Cross offers tips on the things you should have as part of your family's emergency plan. You can also download a one-page sheet with a checklist of tips to include as part of your plan. |
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Ready.gov provides visitors with a downloadable Family Emergency Plan template as well as an online tool for customized emergency plans. Also included are downloadable emergency contact cards for both adults and children to make sure everyone remembers their meeting places and has necessary phone numbers with them at all times. |
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FEMA: Preparing for Disaster for People with Disabilities and other Special Needs Download this short guide from the Federal Emergency Management Agency that provides information on how to develop a family disaster plan if you or a member of your family has a disability, functional or access need. |