September is National Preparedness Month

National Preparedness Month is an observance each September to raise awareness about the importance of preparing for disasters and emergencies that could happen at any time.

The 2021 theme is ‘Prepare to Protect. Preparing for disasters is protecting everyone you love.’

During National Preparedness Month and throughout the year, Hot Springs County encourages all community members to take a proactive approach in personal preparedness.

As the nation continues to respond to COVID-19, there is no better time to be involved this September. Wyoming has launched a new preparedness mobile app – Wyoming Ready. This app makes it easy for individuals and families to create a customized plan, increase their preparedness, and be informed. The app can be downloaded on the Apple Store or Google Play. “

This is a great opportunity for all individuals to consider our emergency risks and take meaningful action to ensure ourselves, our families and our communities are ready,” Hot Springs County Emergency Management Coordinator Bill Gordon said.

“Taking steps to prepare now improves our ability to react, respond and recover when a disaster happens.”

National Preparedness Month is recognized every September and is part of FEMA’s “Ready” Campaign. There will be a weekly focus on different elements of preparedness including financial preparedness, making a family emergency plan, youth preparedness, and community involvement. Learn more at ready.gov/September