FDLP Resource Guides: Natural Hazards: General Preparedness

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This guide provides U.S. Government information on how to prepare for various natural hazards, from droughts to winter storms.

U.S. Government Resources on General Preparedness for Natural Hazards

	DisasterAssistance.gov U.S. Department of Homeland Security Get assistance from 17 Federal agencies, including help with housing and food needs. Available languages on website: Arabic, 官话, Deutsch, Español, 한국인, Kreyòl, Pilipino, Português, Русский, and Tiếng Việt
	Emergencies and Food Safety Food Safety and Inspection Service Overseen by this agency of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, this website provides information and guidelines on food safety during emergencies.
	General Information for Disasters U.S. Environmental Protection Agency For everyone, from homeowners to businesses, find out information on how to prepare for "specific types of natural events or disasters." Available languages on website: Español and Tiếng Việt
	Information for Specific Groups Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Find out how to prepare for yourself and your loved ones, including children, older adults, and individuals with disabilities.
	Natural Disasters and Severe Weather Centers for Disease Control and Prevention From mudslides to wildfires, see information ways to prepare one's healthy during different types of natural hazards. Available language on website: Español
	Ready.gov U.S. Department of Homeland Security The purpose of this resource is to "educate and empower the American people to prepare for, respond to and mitigate emergencies, including natural and man-made disasters." Available language on website: Español
	Wireless Emergency Alerts National Weather Service Learn more about this nationwide text emergency alert system. These text messages are also available in Español.

Information in the Catalog of U.S. Government Publications about General Preparedness for Natural Hazards

Check out some information about preparing for all types of natural hazards that you can find in the Catalog of U.S. Government Publications (CGP), which is free online resource of bibliographic records for U.S. Government publications. To learn more about how to use the CGP, check out CGP Search Tips/Help.

12 ways to prepare

Federal Emergency Management Agency

Publication Date: 2018
Quoted excerpt, "Simple actions at home and in your neighborhood can make a big difference!."

Prepare your pets for disasters

Ready.gov

Publication Date: 2021
Quoted excerpt, "Your pets are important member of your family! This is why they should be included in your family’s emergency plan."

Screenshot of "Preparing makes sense for people with disabilities, others with access and functional needs and the whole community: get ready now"

Preparing makes sense for people with disabilities, others with access and functional needs and the whole community: get ready now

Federal Emergency Management Agency

Publication Date: 2015
Quoted excerpt, "The likelihood that you and your family will recover from an emergency tomorrow often depends on the planning and preparation done today."