Fortunately, Granville County felt minimal impacts from Hurricane Dorian. Preparedness measures taken by area residents should have them ahead of the game for future emergencies/disasters. As our Emergency Services Director Doug Logan says, “If you’re ready, you don’t have to GET ready!”
With September as National Preparedness Month, now is a great time for a review of the Family Plan and the Disaster Supplies Kit. Make sure all family members know what to do before, during, and after an emergency. Food and water should be replaced in the disaster supplies kit every six months- with the time change – the same time batteries are replaced in smoke detectors. Also, batteries in the disaster supplies kit should be rotated; when new batteries are purchased for something in the home, batteries from the kit should be used, with new batteries being substituted in the kit.
FEMA reminds everyone to Save Early for Disaster Costs. Below is helpful information to aid with financial preparedness for emergencies/disasters:
- 1. Most homeowners’ and renters’ insurance does not cover flood damage. Learn more about flood insurance at FloodSmart.gov;
- 2. Snap photos of important documents and personal belongings to help quickly file an insurance claim after an emergency/disaster;
- 3. What important documents are needed for an emergency? Download the Emergency Financial First Aid Kit, which serves as a “walk through” for the planning process: https://go.usa.gov/xypkQ;
- 4. Plan ahead: how will bills be paid if a disaster strikes? Prepare now with the help of these tips and free resources: ready.gov/financial-preparedness;
- 5. Keep some cash on hand in case of emergencies, since ATMs and credit card readers won’t always be available. Cash can help pay for immediate expenses like lodging, food and gas. Learn more: ready.gov/financial-preparedness;
- 6. Set aside a small amount from each paycheck to go into a savings account to be prepared for the unexpected.
Emergencies and disasters can happen at any time, often without warning. Be prepared, not scared!
