A disaster can strike
at any time and anywhere: when you are at home, at work or while you are
traveling on vacation. Preparedness is more than just building a kit. Building a culture of preparedness is the
cornerstone of disaster preparedness.
The Illinois Emergency Management Agency is encouraging Illinoisans to take time to prepare for potential emergencies. Having a plan that includes where to go and how to communicate during disasters, building an emergency supply kit and learning lifesaving skills could help your family, friends, neighbors and employees during a disaster.
Remember, sometimes emergencies are so immense that responders cannot immediately assist you or your family.
It is your responsibility to prepare yourself by:
To begin your preparedness journey, visit our Monthly Preparedness topics, or select a topic to the right.