{"id":607,"date":"2014-09-08T20:51:29","date_gmt":"2014-09-09T00:51:29","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.thefloridainsuranceblog.com\/?p=607"},"modified":"2026-04-16T21:50:39","modified_gmt":"2026-04-17T01:50:39","slug":"september-national-preparedness-month-ready","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.greatflorida.com\/blog\/2014\/september-national-preparedness-month-ready\/","title":{"rendered":"September is National Preparedness Month. Are You Ready?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img alt=\"National Preparedness Month\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-608 size-full lazyload\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-src=\"http:\/\/www.thefloridainsuranceblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/09\/NationalPreparednessMonth.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatflorida.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/09\/NationalPreparednessMonth.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.greatflorida.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/09\/NationalPreparednessMonth-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.greatflorida.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/09\/NationalPreparednessMonth-150x84.jpg 150w\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"360\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 640px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 640\/360;margin-bottom: 20px;\" width=\"640\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatflorida.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/09\/NationalPreparednessMonth.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.greatflorida.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/09\/NationalPreparednessMonth-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.greatflorida.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/09\/NationalPreparednessMonth-150x84.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/>September 2014 is National Preparedness Month. It is sponsored by the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.fema.gov\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Federal Emergency Management Agency, (FEMA)<\/a> and the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.dhs.gov\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">U.S. Department of Homeland Security<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Their goal is to educate the public on how to prepare for emergencies. It was created after September 11 to increase awareness and encourage action for emergency preparedness nationwide.<\/p>\n<p>The theme this year is, <strong>\u201cBe Disaster Aware, Take Action to Prepare.\u201d<\/strong> The campaign focuses on being informed, making a plan, building a kit and getting involved.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe insurance industry revolves around being prepared. At <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatflorida.com\/\" title=\"Florida Insurance Agency\">GreatFlorida Insurance<\/a> we are not interested in scaring people, we want to educate them on the value of being ready for the unexpected. You can be assured situations are going to happen throughout life and making a plan will help these events be less traumatic when they occur,\u201d says <a _blank=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/dustyns\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Dustyn Shroff<\/a>, Vice President of GreatFlorida Insurance.<\/p>\n<p>September is also the peak of hurricane season. As predicted, it has been a quiet storm season this year but being prepared does not hurt.<\/p>\n<p>Hurricane season continues until November 30. You do not want to be caught off guard by a rapidly approaching storm that will leave you scrambling for supplies at the store with all your neighbors at the last minute.<\/p>\n<p>Potential adversities can range from natural disasters, blackouts, hazardous chemical incidents and terrorist attacks. Organizing a family plan is the best place to begin. FEMA suggests addressing three points when making a family plan, who to call, where to meet and what to pack.<\/p>\n<p>Get your entire family involved in the decision making process so they understand and become familiar with the routine. If you are not together when disaster strikes plan how you will communicate with one another, how will you get to a safe place and how you will get back together.<\/p>\n<p>Review the emergency plan of places you spend time such as work and school.<\/p>\n<p>If you do not have an emergency kit prepared, it is wise to get one together. Consider making one to keep in your car and one at home. Begin with the essentials:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Water-rule of thumb is one gallon per person per day for 3 days<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Food-non-perishable items for at least 3 days for each person<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0A battery powered or hand crank radio<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Flashlight with extra batteries<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0First aid kit<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Multi-purpose tool, such as Swiss Army knife<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Personal hygiene items<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Plastic bag for trash<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Map of your area<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Medications<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0A copy of important documents- birth certificates, passport, insurance policies, etc.<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Blanket<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Emergency contact information<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Cell phone and charger<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Try to always keep at least half a tank of gas in your car in case you need to hit the road in hurry and some cash on hand or in your emergency kit.<\/p>\n<p>These are the minimum recommendations; additional items include a whistle, matches in a waterproof container, surgical masks, plastic sheeting and extra clothes. Further detailed information is provided at<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ready.gov\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> ready.gov<\/a>,<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/Features\/BeReady\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> the CDC<\/a> and the<a href=\"http:\/\/www.redcross.org\/prepare\/nationalpreparednessmonth\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> American Red Cross<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>When you need protection against life\u2019s unforeseen events, GreatFlorida Insurance is here for you. Although we cannot prevent accidents and disasters our goal is to help Floridians have protection in place when situations occur.<\/p>\n<p>Our personal and knowledgeable <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatflorida.com\/florida-insurance-agent-search\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Florida Insurance Agents\">insurance agents<\/a>can help you find the most affordable auto, home, business, boat, renter\u2019s and health insurance as well as an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatflorida.com\/florida-umbrella-insurance\">umbrella policy<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Visit us online at<a href=\"http:\/\/www.greatflorida.com\/\"> www.greatflorida.com<\/a> or call us at 888-478-7801.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>September 2014 is National Preparedness Month. It is sponsored by the Federal Emergency Management Agency, (FEMA) and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. Their goal is to educate the public on how to prepare for emergencies. 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