When disaster strikes, you should be ready to support yourself and your family for at least 72 hours. Surveys show that most Georgians are not properly prepared.

The National Weather Service Forecast Office in Peachtree City will host a special community preparedness event called "ReadyFest". Speakers from a number of agencies will participate, including John Oxendine, Georgia State Insurance Commissioner. The event will conclude with a "Question and Answer" session and the awarding of door prizes. Don't miss this opportunity to receive valuable local emergency preparedness information. Learn about the types of emergencies that can happen, how to make emergency supply kits, create a family preparedness plan, and how you can support community emergency preparedness efforts.

WHEN: Tuesday, September 16 at 7 pm.

WHERE: Sams Auditorium, 205 LaFayette Ave, Fayetteville

WHO:

• John Oxendine, Georgia State Insurance Commissioner
• Lans Rothfusz, Meteorologist-in-Charge, NWSFO Peachtree City, GA
• Barry Gooden, Warning Preparedness Meteorologist, NWSFO Peachtree City, GA
• Lisa Janak, PAO, Georgia Emergency Management
• Scott Roberts, Fayette County Emergency Management
• Capt. Stan Pye, Peachtree City Police Dept. - CERT
• Charles Reneau, Georgia DHR - District 4

Gifts given to the first 30 people admitted (one gift per family).

Related sites and resources:

• Ready.Georgia
• September is National Preparedness Month
• Presidential Proclamation