Citizen Emergency Preparedness

Preparing for the Unexpected

Devastating attacks on the World Trade Center as well as the war with Iraq have left many citizens concerned about the possibility of future incidents in the United States and their potential impact.

There are things you can do to prepare emergencies and reduce the stress that you may be
experiencing. Taking preparatory action can reassure you and your family that you can exert a
measure of control even in the face of such events.

Please also visit the Sacramento Regional Office of Homeland Security website.

What should you do in the event of an emergency?

-Remain calm. Think before you act.
-Be aware of your surroundings.
-Have a Family Preparedness Plan.
-Stay informed.
-Shelter-in-place under most circumstances (stay indoors) is recommended.
-Tune into local radio (KFBK 1530AM) or TV stations for instructions and information.
-If an evacuation is ordered, follow the instructions of local officials regarding evacuation routes and the location of shelters.
-Do not leave your sheltered location or return to the evacuated area until it is deemed safe to do so by local officials

Printable Emergency Checklist   

• "Ten Steps to Disaster Preparedness" (City of Sacramento)
  
• "Preparing Makes Sense. Get Ready Now." (Ready.gov)
  
• "Be Aware, Plan, Prepare" (California OES)
  
• "Terrorism- Preparing for the Unexpected" (American Red Cross)
  
• "Terrorism- A Community Response" (Boston Police Department)
• "Disaster Preparedness- Coloring Book" (Fema.gov)

*Please Note: (Guides require Acrobat reader.)

•  Sacramento Regional Office of Homeland Security
•  Ready.gov
  
•  California Office of Emergency Services
  
•  Federal Emergency Management Agency
  
•  Centers for Disease Control
  
•  Sacramento Fire Department
  
•  US Department of Homeland Security
  
•  American Red Cross
  
•  FBI
  

Important Telephone Numbers*