Plan and prepare in advance, and learn what you can do in the event of a natural disaster or terrorist activities. Your family may not be together when disaster strikes, so plan how you will contact one another and review what you will do in different situations. Create a difference by making you and your family safer.


http://www.ready.gov/, Department of Homeland Security

Disaster Services, American Red Cross

Disasters & Emergencies, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

FEMA (Federal Emergencies Management Agency) has continuing updated information on terrorism.

National Security Emergency, FEMA for Kids. This is designed to explain terrorism to kids but due to the subject matter it asks that the child have permission from a parent or teacher before continuing beyond the first page.

A Guide to Citizen Preparedness, Department of Homeland Security

USFA citizen training program, a web-based household hazardous materials guide for citizens. This is an on-line independent study course designed and presented by FEMA's Emergency Management Institute (EMI) to educate and prevent injuries occurring in the home.


Bio-terrorism Preparedness: Illinois Dept. of Public Health

Bio-terrorism: Center for Disease Control

Mail handling concerns: US Post Office

Chemical Emergency Preparedness & Prevention: Environmental Protection Agency


Individual: Homeland Security Advisory System Recommendations

Families: Homeland Security Advisory System Recommendations

Neighborhoods: Homeland Security Advisory System Recommendations

Schools: Homeland Security Advisory System Recommendations

Businesses: Homeland Security Advisory System Recommendations