Being prepared for natural disasters or other emergency situations is important and requires your participation. Make sure you stay informed, make a plan, build a kit and get involved in your community. The Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) Ready.gov website has many resources that can help you through this process.

Here are some helpful tips:

• Sign up for emergency alerts to get updates on weather in your area.
• Create your own emergency plan using Ready.gov.
• Build your own emergency supply kit using this emergency checklist to make sure you have everything you need.
• Read free copies of FEMA’s Ready materials to get more involved in preparedness.
• Join FEMA’s National Preparedness Community to learn more about what others are doing and what you can do in your community.
• Carry with you all important documents you may need in case of an emergency, including the following:
  • Emergency contact information for your designated school official and the Student and Exchange Visitor Program
  • Your Form I-20, “Certificate on Eligibility for Nonimmigrant Student Status”
  • Your passport
  • Your visa
  • Your Social Security card (if applicable)
  • Financial records
  • Plane tickets (if applicable)
  • Your Form I-766, “Employment Authorization Document” (if applicable)
  • Checks, credit cards and some cash

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