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Each September, National Preparedness Month encourages and reminds Americans to be prepared for disasters or emergencies in their homes, businesses, and communities.

As our nation continues to respond to COVID-19, there is no better time to be involved this September.

The 2020 National Preparedness Month theme is ‘Disasters Don’t Wait. Make Your Plan Today’ and includes the following steps:

Make A Plan: Talk to your friends and family about how you will communicate before, during, and after a disaster. Make sure to update your plan based on the Centers for Disease Control recommendations due to the coronavirus.

Build A Kit: Gather supplies that will last for several days after a disaster for everyone living in your home.  Don’t forget to consider the unique needs each person or pet may have in case you have to evacuate quickly. Update your kits and supplies based on recommendations by the Centers for Disease Control.

Prepare For Disasters: Limit the impacts that disasters have on you and your family.  Know the risk of disasters in your area and check your insurance coverage. Learn how to make your home stronger in the face of storms and other common hazards and act fast if you receive a local warning or alert.

Teach Youth About Preparedness: Talk to your kids about preparing for emergencies and what to do in case you are separated. Reassure them by providing information about how they can get involved.

To learn more and get specific action items, including checklists and planning documents, visit https://www.ready.gov/september

To learn more about how Computer Technologies, Inc. can help prepare your business and technology for a disaster, contact us here or by calling: 248-362-3800.

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