Step 3: Be Informed
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Be InformedThe key to knowing how to respond to emergencies is to know whats going on. There are a variety of tools available to help you stay informed about threats before they happen, while emergencies are occuring, and afterward, as you begin to recover. The following resources will help you stay informed during emergencies:
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The National Weather Service's NOAA Weather Radio The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's (NOAA) National Weather Service (NWS) operates an all-hazards radio station that can be picked up by special weather radio receivers that can keep you informed during severe weather, and other emergency situations. Visit this website for more information on NOAA Weather Radio and visit your local electronics retailer to purchase a radio capable of picking up NOAA signals. |
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Local Media During emergencies, officials will provide local media with information on the current status of the emergency, as well as what residents can do to protect themselves from the hazard. In Houston, there are two Emergency Alert System radio stations which will immediately broadcast emergency messages throughout the city. These are KTRH 740AM and KUHF 88.7FM. |
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AlertHouston is a program offered by the Office of Emergency Management to stay informed during disasters. In emergencies, residents will receive e-mails with information on the hazard, as well as what they can do to avoid being severely impacted. |
