Practice and Build Your Plans During National Preparedness Month

Plan Ahead

Ready.gov, the official website of the Department of Homeland Security, has recognized September as National Preparedness Month. The theme for this year’s event is “Disasters Don’t Plan Ahead. You Can.” Each week this month has had a different focus and week three is dedicated to practicing and building out preparedness plans.

At Singlewire, our InformaCast emergency notification software helps people spread the word during an emergency. But practicing using it and planning how and when it will be used are critical components for effectively responding to a disaster. Ready.gov has compiled a number of helpful resources you can use throughout the month of September to make your preparations and to encourage others to do the same. Leverage graphics, pre-built social media content and download the FEMA app to help construct your plan.

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Singlewire Resources

We’re always looking for ways to help people make the most effective communication plans to keep people safe and informed. For National Preparedness month, we’ve compiled some of our most helpful preparedness resources.

Severe Weather

• How to Leverage Emergency Notifications for Hurricanes
• Designate and Send Shelter Instructions
• Three Severe Weather Questions to Ask

Active Shooter

• Active Shooter Resources for the Department of Homeland Security
• Understand Duty of Care
• Preparing Your Business for an Active Shooter

Infographics

• 7 Tips to Enhance K-12 Communication and Connectivity
• 10 Tips to Enhance Higher Education Communication and Connectivity
• 8 Tips to Enhance Communication and Connectivity in Healthcare

Whitepaper

• Clear Communication During a Crisis
• Enhancing Safety and Communication in K12 Schools: A 12-Month Guide

Learn more about how emergency notification systems can play a critical role in your emergency preparedness planning here