This #EmergencyCommunicationsMonth , make sure you have multiple ways to receive weather and emergency alerts.

⚠️ Sign up for local alerts: ready.gov/alerts
🗺️ Follow your local National Weather Service office: weather.gov/socialtest
📲 Download the FEMA app: ready.gov/fema-app

Don't risk it when severe weather strikes—get to a safe place.

Remember: When thunder roars, go indoors! See a flash, dash inside!

If your area is experiencing heavy rain & flooding, do not drive, walk or swim in flood waters — driving in floodwaters is dangerous!

Monitor local weather alerts and avoid flooded areas.

More tips: ready.gov/floods

This #NationalPetDay , set some time aside to make sure your furry friends have everything they need in their emergency bags.

Remember, if you need a plan, so do they!

Just SIX INCHES of moving water can knock you down or begin causing problems with your vehicle.

For your safety, do not walk or drive through floodwaters.

Turn around, don't drown!

✅ Stay away from flooded areas.
✅ Stay indoors if possible.
✅ Seek higher ground if shelter isn't available.

Tips: ready.gov/floods

Strong winds can turn tree branches and loose objects into dangerous projectiles.

Stay safe with tips from National Weather Service and check out ready.gov/tornadoes for more! ⤵️

Take steps to financially prepare BEFORE a disaster strikes.

#FinancialCapabilityMonth

Are tornadoes a big risk in your area?

Check out the questions below. Answering these questions is the first step toward planning ahead BEFORE a tornado happens.

🔗 ready.gov/tornadoes#prep…

The Eclipse isn't the only thing we're watching the skies for today. Dangerous storms are expected to develop around and after the eclipse with very large hail, damaging winds, and the threat for tornadoes.
spc.noaa.gov

Heavy rain & thunderstorms could be dangerous.

- Pay attention to weather alerts.
- Bring your pets inside.
- Never use phones or electric equipment during a thunderstorm.

To learn more, visit: ready.gov/thunderstorms-…

Find a way to safely keep and access important documents in case of an emergency.

📄 Store physical documents in waterproof bags or containers.
🔐 Create password-protected digital copies in case physical copies get damaged.

#FinancialPreparednessMonth | ready.gov/financial-prep…

If your power is out due to severe weather:

✅ ONLY use generators outdoors and away from windows.
✅ Go to a community location with power if you can’t heat your home.
❌ Do not use a gas stove or oven to heat your home.

#SnowInApril #NorEaster

You should expect aftershocks following an earthquake. Follow these tips to stay safe:

🔹 Drop, Cover and Hold On!
🔹 Avoid damaged structures.
🔹 If in a damaged building, go outside and move away from it.

Learn more tips: ready.gov/earthquakes

Earthquakes can strike at any moment.

Make sure you’re prepared by having a plan, securing your space, and knowing what to do during a quake.

Find safety info here: ready.gov/earthquakes

The @FEMA App has your back! 🤝

In this in-between winter-spring season, stay ahead of whatever weather is headed your way!

📲 ready.gov/fema-app

Preparedness #TipOfTheDay : Build an Emergency Financial First Aid Kit, with personal financial, insurance, and medical records and information.

That way, if a disaster happens, you can start your recovery more quickly.

#FinancialCapabilityMonth | ready.gov/financial-prep…

Join us today for the NOAA National Weather Service #SafePlaceSelfie Day!

🤳🏿Identify hazards that affect your local area
🤳🏻 Know your safe place in your home/work/school
🤳🏿 Take a photo of you and friends/family in your safe place.
🤳🏿 Share photos using #SafePlaceSelfie !

noaa.gov/safeplaceselfie

And the final results of #MarchPreparedness are here! Duck tape and baby wipes are the favorite two! 🥳

Thank you to everyone who participated.

Don't underestimate the power of severe wind! It can damage your home or vehicle.

Prepare to help reduce damage:
🔹 Trim trees and shrubs
🔹 Repair loose siding or shutters
🔹 Secure loose outdoor items (patio furniture, trash cans, etc.)