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  Dear Fellow Ohioans,

  Welcome to Ready.Ohio.gov, a one-stop resource with the
  information Ohioans need to prepare for all types of emergencies.

  At a moment's notice, you and your family need to know what to do
  when a critical incident, severe weather or natural disaster strikes.   Planning now for how you would respond will help you remain calm,
  think clearly and react appropriately to any safety scenario.

  September marks the observance of National Preparedness Month,
  a nationwide coordinated effort encouraging Americans to take
  simple steps to prepare for emergencies in their homes, businesses
  and schools. During National Preparedness Month, the Ohio Dept. of   Public Safety will join the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and   a diverse group of national, state and local partners in highlighting   the importance of emergency preparedness and promoting   community involvement through a wide variety of events and activities.

  Ensuring that your family or business is prepared is critical in   responding to and rebuilding from any major incident, whether it is   natural or man-made. Finding out what can happen is the first step.   Once you have determined the events possible and their potential   in your community, it is important that you discuss them with your family   or household and develop a disaster plan together.

  I encourage all Ohioans to utilize these resources and share this   information with your families, coworkers and neighbors in your   communities. Ohioans, do your part by developing a successful game   plan for you and your family: Be prepared, have an emergency kit   and an evacuation plan.


   Ted Strickland
   Governor of Ohio

 National Preparedness Month Gubernatorial Declaration
 


Gov. Strickland
Public Service Announcements:

Three Simple Steps to Preparedness

Advance Planning

Have a Family Plan 

First Lady Frances Strickland
Public Service Announcements:

Develop a Family Plan

Help Children Understand What
to Do in an Emergency

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