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December 2007 Themes for Community Outreach

Winter Storm Awareness

Inclement weather is a danger to many regions in the U.S. during winter months. In December, reach out to citizens to provide information for local storm preparation. Consider asking area retailers to post "watch your step" signs near potentially slippery entrances and exits. Also have them mark shelves with emergency preparedness stickers highlighting what people need to buy for emergencies. Recruit volunteers to help shovel snow for elderly residents and check up on them to make sure they have adequate supplies.

December 5-12, 2007: Hanukkah/Chanukah
December 25, 2007: Christmas
December 26, 2007: Kwanzaa Begins

Before important religious holidays in December, meet with your local religious leaders to discuss the importance of emergency preparedness. Encourage them to consider discussing the theme of safety and preparedness with their congregations. Consider volunteering to visit each place of worship in your area to speak with citizens about how they can help their community and protect their family and their congregation. Encourage "Gifts of Safety" – presents like emergency supply kit items, flashlight, crank radios, car safety kits, and first aid kits and manuals – to show friends and family you care

December 31, 2007: New Year's Eve

Make your New Year's resolution to be prepared and feature prominent community members who "Resolve to be Ready" in the coming year. Update your family communication plan, make sure you have "go" kits for your pets as well as family members, and change the batteries in your smoke detectors. And recognize volunteers who assist with sobriety checks or designated driver programs to help ensure everyone makes it safely to the next year!

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