What is National Preparedness Month?
Every September, the United States observes National Preparedness Month. It is a time to raise awareness about the importance of preparing for emergencies and disasters. This includes taking steps to protect yourself, your family and your community from a variety of threats, such as natural disasters and technological failures.
What is the goal of National Preparedness Month?
National Preparedness Month encourage individuals, families and communities to prepare for emergencies. Throughout the month of September, organizations will promote awareness of the risks and hazards that exist in a particular area. It is also an important time to provide information and resources to help people prepare for emergencies, as well as highlight the importance of having a plan in place in case an emergency occurs.
During National Preparedness Month, individuals, families and communities can participate in a variety of activities to increase their preparedness, such as:
- Developing an emergency plan
- Building an emergency kit
- Practicing evacuation drills
- Learning about the risks and hazards that exist in their community
- Staying informed about weather forecasts and emergency alerts
Emergency mass notifications during crisis events
In times of crisis, every second counts. That’s why having a reliable emergency notification system like Rave Alert is crucial for effective disaster preparedness.
Your alert system plays a critical role in keeping your community informed and safe during emergencies. From severe weather alerts to evacuation notices, your alert system ensures that your community receives timely and accurate information when it matters most.
To support your community outreach around National Preparedness Month, Motorola Solutions has created an outreach kit that can be utilized in partnering with your local media partners, educating your community at events and tapping into the power of social media to raise awareness.
- Press release
- Outreach flyer
- Social media banner
- Social media posts here and here
- FEMA statistic graphic
- Safety drills and templates
A call to action this Emergency Preparedness Month
National Preparedness Month is an important opportunity for individuals, families and communities to take steps to increase their preparedness for emergencies. By being prepared, we can minimize the impact of disasters and ensure the safety and well-being of everyone.
This September, issue a press release and interview with local media to drive community outreach and promote the adoption of Rave Alert, emphasizing a narrative centered on National Preparedness Month.
If you have any questions about the resources that we have shared or would like additional support in your outreach efforts, please reach out to me at Nicole.Bell@MotorolaSolutions.com. I’d love to partner with you to make sure your community is properly engaged to use Rave Alert when the moment comes.
