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How Prepared are you?

Delaware County office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management Preparedness Brochure

A general preparedness brochure created by Delaware County Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management.  Includes information on making a "Family Disaster Plan" and a listing of items to place in your "Basic Emergency Kit".

Tornado Protection - Seeking Refuge Areas in Buildings

This document created by FEMA assists in locating appropriate shelter locations within any building.  It contains general information on the characteristics of tornados along with case studies of tornados that have struck schools.  The case studies document the areas of destruction and the safe zones within the building.

Thunderstorms.....Tornados.....Lightning

Natures Most Violent Storms.......This brochure discusses severe storms and the dangers associated with them.  It provides safety tips and actions you can take if caught in severe weather.

Saving The Whole Family

This document created by American Veterinary Medical Association deals with pet preparedness.  It has information on what you need to do to plan for the welfare of your pets, from small animals to livestock, in the event of an emergency.  It describes what records you need to have and items to include in a "Pet First-Aid Kit".