{"id":23838,"date":"2024-09-10T14:39:27","date_gmt":"2024-09-10T21:39:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/greaternw.org\/news\/?p=23838"},"modified":"2024-09-10T14:39:30","modified_gmt":"2024-09-10T21:39:30","slug":"national-preparedness-month-is-a-great-time-to-start-a-conversation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/greaternw.org\/news\/national-preparedness-month-is-a-great-time-to-start-a-conversation\/","title":{"rendered":"National Preparedness Month is a great time to “Start a Conversation”"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

September is National Preparedness Month, a month dedicated to encouraging everyone to take steps to prepare for disasters and emergencies. This year’s theme, “Start a Conversation<\/a>,” offers ways to start sometimes difficult conversations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In recent years, extreme weather events like wildfires, hurricanes, and floods have become more frequent and intense. Families and faith communities need to be prepared. The American Red Cross<\/a> and Ready.gov<\/a> are great resources for this work. Both urge us to discuss emergency plans, build disaster supply kits, and offer ways to stay informed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Create a Plan<\/strong>: It’s important to have a plan in place for how you and your family will stay safe during an emergency. A good plan includes knowing where to go, how to evacuate if needed, and how to stay connected with loved ones. As you do, consider the specific needs of your household, including pets and medical requirements.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Build a Kit<\/strong>: Prepare a “go-kit” with essentials like food, water, and medication for three days and a “stay-at-home kit” with supplies for at least two weeks. Don’t forget to include items like diapers for young children or special items for elderly family members.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Stay Informed<\/strong>: Download emergency apps like those offered by the Red Cross or sign up for local emergency alerts to stay updated on potential threats in your area.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    The Connecting Neighbors program from UMCOR equips congregations with the tools and information needed to be places of hope when disaster strikes their communities. Click here<\/a> to learn more about this program and contact your conference’s disaster response coordinators to learn more.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

    September is National Preparedness Month, focusing on disaster and emergency readiness. With increasing extreme weather, local churches can use this time to discuss how they can prepare to be places hope amid tragedy. 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