{"id":18694,"date":"2025-07-10T18:02:32","date_gmt":"2025-07-10T18:02:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/news.nnlm.gov\/region_7\/?p=18694"},"modified":"2025-07-10T18:02:32","modified_gmt":"2025-07-10T18:02:32","slug":"emergency-preparedness-101-refresher","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/news.nnlm.gov\/region_7\/2025\/07\/10\/emergency-preparedness-101-refresher\/","title":{"rendered":"Emergency Preparedness 101 (Refresher)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Posts highlighting resources for <a href=\"https:\/\/news.nnlm.gov\/region_7\/tag\/emergency-preparedness-epp\/\">Emergency Preparedness<\/a> aren\u2019t new on the R7 blog, but it\u2019s been a while since we\u2019ve had a round-up and reminder of what\u2019s available whether your just starting, looking to update your plans or kits, looking to get involved or just want to see what\u2019s new.<\/p>\n<p>All of this information can feel overwhelming, but anything you do to prepare can be beneficial in an emergency. Start small today and build with the resources below.<\/p>\n<h2>Preparedness<\/h2>\n<p>Regardless of the kind of emergency you might face, there are steps you can take to be ready:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/medlineplus.gov\/disasterpreparationandrecovery.html\">Disaster Preparation and Recovery<\/a> (MedlinePlus), <a href=\"https:\/\/medlineplus.gov\/spanish\/disasterpreparationandrecovery.html\">Preparativos y recuperaci\u00f3n ante un desastre<\/a> (MedlinePlus espa\u00f1ol)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ready.gov\/kit\">Build a Kit<\/a> (ready.gov)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ready.gov\/plan\">Make a Plan<\/a> (ready.gov)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Learn about the different kinds of emergencies that happen in your area, the unique challenges they pose, and how to respond:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/medlineplus.gov\/floods.html\">Floods<\/a> (MedlinePlus), <a href=\"https:\/\/medlineplus.gov\/spanish\/floods.html\">Inundaciones<\/a> (MedlinePlus espa\u00f1ol)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/medlineplus.gov\/winterweatheremergencies.html\">Winter Weather Emergencies<\/a> (MedlinePlus), <a href=\"https:\/\/medlineplus.gov\/spanish\/winterweatheremergencies.html\">Emergencias causadas por el invierno<\/a> (MedlinePlus espa\u00f1ol)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/medlineplus.gov\/heatillness.html\">Heat Illness<\/a> (MedlinePlus), <a href=\"https:\/\/medlineplus.gov\/spanish\/heatillness.html\">Enfermedades causadas por el calor<\/a> (MedlinePlus espa\u00f1ol)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Some emergencies happen closer to home. Learn how to handle:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ready.gov\/home-fires\">Home Fires<\/a> (ready.gov)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ready.gov\/home-safety\">Home Safety<\/a> (ready.gov)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ready.gov\/household-chemical-emergencies\">Household Chemical Emergencies<\/a> (ready.gov)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Response<\/h2>\n<p>Do you know the difference between a watch and a warning? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ready.gov\/sites\/default\/files\/2022-02\/fema_guide-for-alerts-and-warnings_2021.pdf.pdf\">Learn emergency terms<\/a> to know what to expect and what\u2019s expected.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-18696 alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/news.nnlm.gov\/region_7\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/07\/watch-vs.-warning-300x208.jpg\" alt=\"Watch vs warning explanation using tacos. On the left Taco Watch with ingredients laid out and the caption &quot;we have the ingredients to make a taco&quot;. On the right Taco warning showing a put together taco and the caption &quot;We are having tacos RIGHT NOW&quot;\" width=\"539\" height=\"374\" srcset=\"https:\/\/news.nnlm.gov\/region_7\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/07\/watch-vs.-warning-300x208.jpg 300w, https:\/\/news.nnlm.gov\/region_7\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/07\/watch-vs.-warning.jpg 757w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 539px) 100vw, 539px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Get involved to receive training and help respond to emergencies in your community:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/aspr.hhs.gov\/MRC\/Pages\/index.aspx\">Medical Reserve Corps (MRC)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redcross.org\/volunteer\/become-a-volunteer.html?srsltid=AfmBOopin1DFHafcoO7E8a0WFpGebW9GI4sOWmmvO9PbN1Xv-THB5Epn\">Red Cross<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fema.gov\/emergency-managers\/individuals-communities\/preparedness-activities-webinars\/community-emergency-response-team\">Community Emergency Response Team (CERT)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Recovery<\/h2>\n<p>Hazards persist even after the immediate danger has passed. Learn how to stay safe during the recovery phase.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/natural-disasters\/safety\/\">Guidelines for Cleaning Safely after a Disaster<\/a> (CDC)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/food-safety\/foods\/keep-food-safe-after-emergency.html\">Keep Food Safe after a Disaster or Emergency<\/a> (CDC)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redcross.org\/get-help\/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies\/types-of-emergencies\/power-outage\/safe-generator-use.html?srsltid=AfmBOopnOdc0Rv26brWqAxQzAHskdnC-eUOVQGQ5ehzvsV2es7aFU4yz\">Generator Safety Tips<\/a> (Red Cross)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Disasters and emergencies can also affect your mental health. Coping can be part of recovery too.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/medlineplus.gov\/copingwithdisasters.html\">Coping with Disasters<\/a> (MedlinePlus), <a href=\"https:\/\/medlineplus.gov\/spanish\/copingwithdisasters.html\">Enfrentarse con desastres<\/a> (MedlinePlus espa\u00f1ol)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.samhsa.gov\/mental-health\/disaster-preparedness\/coping-tips\">Coping Tips for Traumatic Events and Disasters<\/a> (SAMHSA)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Preparedness for Unique Situations<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ready.gov\/kids\">Ready Kids<\/a> (ready.gov)\u2014Age appropriate preparedness resources help kids feel included and like they can make a difference in an emergency.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ready.gov\/campus\">Ready Campus<\/a> (ready.gov)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ready.gov\/business\">Ready Business<\/a> (ready.gov)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ready.gov\/pets\">Preparedness for Pets<\/a> (ready.gov)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ready.gov\/ready-your-language\">Ready in Your Language<\/a> (ready.gov) for resources in languages other than English<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Check out the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nnlm.gov\/guides\/emergency-and-disaster-resources\">NNLM Emergency and Disaster Resource Guide<\/a> for additional resources and training opportunities.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Posts highlighting resources for Emergency Preparedness aren\u2019t new on the R7 blog, but it\u2019s been a while since we\u2019ve had a round-up and reminder of what\u2019s available whether your just starting, looking to update your plans or kits, looking to get involved or just want to see what\u2019s new. 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