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Are You Ready? Preparing for Emergencies: Tips for Families

Emergency Preparedness / Family Voices


  • Source: Family Voices
  • Date: 05/23/2018

Natural disasters and emergencies – like tornados, floods, hurricanes and other storms – can happen anywhere, at any time. We can’t prevent these disasters, but we can get ready for them. And we can help our children be prepared for them, too. YOU know what your family needs. You are the best person to help your family if a disaster happens. Don’t wait until disaster strikes – take steps now to prepare! This document was prepared in partnership with the American Academy of Pediatrics.



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