We can reduce the risk of injury or death from disasters by becoming informed and being prepared for them. This guide explains how to make a family disaster plan, how to compile a disaster supplies kit, where to find help, and how to get involved in community efforts for disaster preparedness. It also includes special sections on children, food safety, pets, septic systems, and farms and ranches.
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- Preparing for the Unexpected (English, pdf)
- Preparing for the Unexpected (Spanish, pdf)
This guide book includes the following sections:
- Get Informed
- Learn about Disasters
- Help in Texas
- Get Prepared
- Make a Family Plan
- Create a Disaster Supplies Kit
- Deciding to Stay or Go
- Get Involved
- Community Involvement
- Volunteering
- Special Issues
- Discussing a Disaster with Children
- Food Safety
- On-site Wastewater Treatment Systems
- Farmstead Preparedness
- Farm Disaster Assistance
- Contact List for More Information
