2019 Great Central U.S. Shake Out
Millions of people worldwide will practice how to Drop, Cover, and Hold On at 10:17 a.m. on October 17, 2019* during
Great Shake Out Earthquake Drills!
You can join them today by registering for the 2019 Great Central U.S. Shake Out. Participating is a great way for your family or organization to be prepared to survive and recover quickly from big earthquakes– wherever you live, work, or travel.
Elmore County EMA will Drop, Cover, and Hold On at 10:17 a.m. on October 17, 2019
* If you cannot hold your Shake Out drill on 10/17, you can select another day when you register.
Are you Ready? Elmore County!
TURN AROUND – DON’T DROWN
“If You See Something, Say Something”!
Report Suspicious Activity To Local Law Enforcement!
See the National Terrorism Advisory System Bulletin
Elmore County Emergency Management Agency (EMA)
Presents:
Are You Ready,
Elmore County?
A Short Course in All-Hazards
Citizen Preparedness
Call 334-567-6451 for Course Schedule
How Prepared Are You? Quick Self-Assessment:
- Are you familiar with local hazards?
- Are you familiar with alert and warning systems?
- Do you know the correct protective actions to take for each hazard?
- Do you believe preparedness steps can help in severe weather events?
- Do you believe preparedness steps can help in terrorist acts, hazmat incidents, disease outbreaks?
- Do you know how to prepare for emergencies and disasters?
- Did you know preparing is affordable and can be done on a budget?
- Have you participated in preparedness training/drills in the last two years?
- Do you have an emergency plan? Discussed it with your household?
- Can you name at least 3 supplies that go in emergency supplies kits?
- Do you have emergency supplies?
- Have supplies been updated/rotated in the last six months to a year?
What does it take to Be Ready?
4 Simple Steps
Step 1: Be Informed.
Step 2: Make a Plan.
Step 3: Build An Emergency Supplies Kit.
Step 4: Practice Your Plan.
So, Elmore County,
Are You READY?
Contact Elmore County EMA
at
334-567-6451
and let us schedule you for the next
Are You Ready,
Elmore County?
A Short Course in All-Hazards
Citizen Preparedness
(2 Hour Course)
Lightning
Lightning is a common occurrence across Alabama considering we have our fair share of thunderstorms in this part of the country. Although most lightning occurs in the summer, people can be struck at any time of year. Lightning kills an average of 49 people in the United States each year, and hundreds more are severely injured.
There is no safe place outside when thunderstorms are in the area. If you hear thunder, you are likely within striking distance of the storm. Just remember, When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors. Stay in safe shelter at least 30 minutes after you hear the last sound of thunder.
NEW! Lightning safety slogan for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community: See a Flash, Dash Inside! You can view the new PSA here. Not everyone can hear thunder, signaling that they need to take shelter. This lightning safety outreach initiative is meant to reach the Deaf and Hard of Hearing and give actionable advice to help this community be weather-ready!
