The American Red Cross is the premier agency who's mission is to help people prepare for and respond to disaster.
Emergency services of the Heart of Oklahoma Chapter include the following:
- Preparedness Training
- Disaster Assistance
- Shelter Services
- Service to Armed Forces (SAF)
The American Red Cross urges all families to use the following three steps to help ensure your family is ready when the time comes...
3 steps to preparedness
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Consider the following when assembling or restocking your kit to ensure your family is prepared for any disaster:
- Store at least three days of food, water and supplies in your family's easy-to-carry preparedness kit. Keep extra supplies on hand at home in case you cannot leave the affected area.
- Keep your kit where it is easily accessible.
- Remember to check your kit every six months and replace expired or outdated items.
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Planning ahead will help you have the best possible response to disaster.
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There are three key parts to becoming informed:
- Get Info
- Know Your Region
- Action Steps
You can also Get a Kit, Make a Plan, and Be Informed by taking the Be Red Cross Ready online educational presentation.
"Red Cross Talk"
Straight talk from the Red Cross. Take a moment and listen to some simple, down-to-earth advice on how you and your family can become safer, healthier and more resilient in the face of an emergency.
Your Heart of Oklahoma Chapter has several First Aid Kits for you to choose from. Just visit our store at 1205 Halley Avenue, Norman, or call us at 405.321.0591.
