Congressman Mark S. Critz shared a link.
As we brace for potentially historic weather conditions over the next 72 hours, it is important to think about how best to prepare for extended periods of time without power and access to essential goods and services. Remember that your fa...
mily may not be together when disaster strikes so it is important to identify a plan of action during periods without power and communication.
If you are aware of any elderly or others who may be unable to access prescriptions and or essential goods and services during disaster conditions, I would ask that you consider their well being and plan accordingly. If you are aware of anyone that may be in need of shelter during a natural disaster, please contact the American Red Cross at 1-800-REDCROSS (1-800-733-2767).
Earlier today, the President signed an emergency declaration for Pennsylvania, ordering federal aid to assist state and local first responders dealing with Hurricane Sandy. This declaration allows the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), to coordinate all disaster relief efforts and to provide appropriate assistance to supplement state and local response efforts. Additionally, the National Guard Bureau is currently assisting Pennsylvania’s Joint Emergency Operations Center as well as the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency (PEMA).
For more information on how to prepare for a natural disaster please visit http://www.ready.gov/make-a-plan or contact your local emergency management planning agency at:
Allegheny County: (412) 473-2550
Armstrong County: (724) 548-3431
Cambria County: (814) 472-2050
Fayette County: (724) 430-1277
Greene County: (724) 627-5387
Indiana County: (724) 349-9300
Somerset County: (814) 445-1515 or (814) 445-1516
Washington County: (724) 228-6911
Westmoreland County: (724) 600-7301
As always, in the event of an actual emergency call 911. Being prepared for the worst possible outcome will save lives. Be prepared and be safe.
See MoreIf you are aware of any elderly or others who may be unable to access prescriptions and or essential goods and services during disaster conditions, I would ask that you consider their well being and plan accordingly. If you are aware of anyone that may be in need of shelter during a natural disaster, please contact the American Red Cross at 1-800-REDCROSS (1-800-733-2767).
Earlier today, the President signed an emergency declaration for Pennsylvania, ordering federal aid to assist state and local first responders dealing with Hurricane Sandy. This declaration allows the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), to coordinate all disaster relief efforts and to provide appropriate assistance to supplement state and local response efforts. Additionally, the National Guard Bureau is currently assisting Pennsylvania’s Joint Emergency Operations Center as well as the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency (PEMA).
For more information on how to prepare for a natural disaster please visit http://www.ready.gov/make-a-plan or contact your local emergency management planning agency at:
Allegheny County: (412) 473-2550
Armstrong County: (724) 548-3431
Cambria County: (814) 472-2050
Fayette County: (724) 430-1277
Greene County: (724) 627-5387
Indiana County: (724) 349-9300
Somerset County: (814) 445-1515 or (814) 445-1516
Washington County: (724) 228-6911
Westmoreland County: (724) 600-7301
As always, in the event of an actual emergency call 911. Being prepared for the worst possible outcome will save lives. Be prepared and be safe.