Tag Archives: National Preparedness Month

It is National Preparedness Month and officials in Cumberland County want to make sure residents are ready for severe weather season. The Cumberland County Emergency Management Agency will be spreading disaster preparedness tips throughout September. Cumberland County EMA Director Travis Cole said he wanted to use the month to remind citizens that severe weather threats are more likely in the ... Read More »

Non-perishable foods, clothing, and medications among things people should pack in an emergency kit. That’s according to Overton-Pickett Emergency Communication Department Director Chris Masiongale. September is National Preparedness Month, and Masiongale said that it’s important to have everything you could need at the drop of a hat. “Go through one day in your life, and what do you use,” Masiongale ... Read More »

Children are one of the most important demographics to keep prepared in the event of a natural disaster. That is according to Jackson County EMA Public Information Officer Derek Woolbright. September is National Preparedness Month, and Woolbright said kids need to stay in the loop. “The big thing is educating them on what the likely disasters they may face are,” ... Read More »

September is National Preparedness Month, a time for families and individuals to get ready whenever disaster strikes. Putnam County EMA Director Tyler Smith said whether it is from severe weather or prolonged power outages, you never know how long problems could last. Smith said communication devices, food and water, ways to stay warm should all be in place before a ... Read More »

During the event of an emergency or disaster, is your family ready? September is National Preparedness Month. Overton County EMA Director Chris Massiongale said creating a safety plan could save lives, especially children. “If you practice it, it really helps the kids know what to do because in that hard time when things are happening you’re going to fall back ... Read More »