Natural disasters and severe weather events can happen across the United States. If one of these events occurs, it is important to be prepared to respond and react to protect your own personal safety. The U.S. government celebrates National Preparedness Month each September to remind people what preparedness is and what you should do to be ready and safe. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), an expert in preparedness, provides useful resources through Ready.gov.

You can read more about preparedness from the following agencies:

• FEMA
• The White House
• The Department of Homeland Security
• The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Along with our fellow departments, agencies and programs, we are celebrating preparedness all month. Follow along on our blog, Facebook and Twitter for tips on being prepared.