Creating an Emergency Plan

It’s never too early to create your household’s emergency plan.

Here’s how to do it:

• Give each family member a responsibility.
• Designate a safe spot or central meeting location in case you get separated.
• Outline emergency contacts and phone numbers.
• Create and practice an evacuation route.
• Stock up on non-perishable food, water bottles, flashlights and batteries.
• Pack a “go bag” for each member of the household.
• Make a plan for your pets.

You may also want to invest in walkie talkies for each family member. During regional emergencies and disasters, cell phone and Wi-Fi service is often spotty or even non-existent.