Emergency responders work diligently on a daily basis to adequately respond to emergencies but it is the responsibility of each community member to BE PREPARED!
You can prepare yourself and your loved ones for the unexpected by accessing the useful links below:
http://www.ready.gov/ - Resources to Prepare, Plan, and Stay Informed (FEMA)
http://www.ready.gov/emergency-planning-checklists - Plan to Protect Yourself & Your Family
http://www.ready.gov/build-a-kit - Build Your Family's Emergency Kit
http://www.ready.gov/individuals-access-functional-needs - Planning for Individuals with Disabilities or Access & Functional Needs
http://www.ready.gov/seniors - Planning for Seniors
http://www.ready.gov/infants-young-children - Planning for Infants & Young Children
http://www.ready.gov/caring-animals - Planning for Pets
http://www.fema.gov/media-library/assets/documents/90765 - Plan de Comunicaciones para Familiares
https://www.preparingtexas.org/index.aspx? - Texas Division of Emergency Management Training Calendar