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September 1, 2008

September is National Preparedness Month

According to Ready.gov, September is National Preparedness Month in the United States.  Throughout the month, there are initiatives across the country that encourage citizens to be prepared for both earthquakes and other natural or manmade disasters.  Ready.gov is supported by the United States Department of Homeland Security and encourages citizens to 1) Get a Kit 2) Make a Plan and 3) Be informed about different hazards that could impact you.  More information on National Preparedenss Month can be found at – http://www.ready.gov

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