2010 has been a wild weather year in Iowa. From blizzards and record snowfall during the winter to widespread flooding this spring and summer, weather has adversely impacted nearly every person in Iowa.

Are you and your family prepared?

Do you know what to do when a disaster strikes? Do you have a plan? Fire, police and emergency medical services may be delayed or unable to respond.

By taking three easy steps--making an emergency plan, building an emergency supply kit, and being aware of the hazards that might affect your community--you and your family can be more prepared for any emergency or disaster.

What can you do?

1. Build an emergency supply kit.

2. Create a family emergency plan.

3. Be aware of the hazards that can affect your community.

For additional information:
National Preparedness Month, United States Department of Homeland Security
National Preparedness Month Message from FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate
Business Preparedness Resources
National Weather Service Weather Safety and Awareness