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@readylacounty.bsky.socialSep 9, 2026, 5:21 PM

#NationalPreparednessMonth #ReadyLACounty #DisasterPrep #LACounty

@centerforhealthsecurity.orgSep 9, 2026, 5:06 PM

September is #NationalPreparednessMonth, so make sure you have the tools ready in case a disaster strikes. To find and share operational resources, check out SPEAR.

Share your resources📤https://shield.centerforhealthsecurity.org/spear

@publicnewsservice.bsky.socialSep 9, 2026, 3:30 PM

Western #Maryland is still recovering from $30M+ in #flood damage after federal disaster aid was denied. A community forum on preparedness and recovery happens tomorrow, Sept. 10, in Cumberland.
#NationalPreparednessMonth

@codeforamerica.orgSep 9, 2026, 3:14 PM

The strongest disaster response is rooted in preparation. Systems work better and faster by putting people, processes, and technology in place in advance. Here's how governments can be better equipped when it matters most: https://bit.ly/4xe0TaS

#NationalPreparednessMonth

Communicate quickly on familiar platforms
In a disaster, information loses value by the minute. People need to know what’s happening, where to get help, and what they should do next.

Do: Use trusted channels on the platforms people already use

Don’t: Put critical information on a new app or hard-to-find web page 

Text messaging can be an effective way to communicate and build trust → 
Text people today to establish trust tomorrow

Build trusted communication channels— like text messaging—in advance. This helps governments focus on sending the right message during a crisis, not on the logistics of reaching people.

Establish trusted text messages by:
Sharing specific information
Writing in plain language
Directing clients to useful resourcesCentralize the information that people need
In moments of crisis, clarity is critical.  A government well-prepared for disaster should work across agencies to:
Keep important information and offerings in one place
Build a centralized portal for emergency services
Leverage smart design principles to reduce cognitive overwhelm
This helps people focus on recovery, 
not research.
Be ready to rapidly  deploy new programs

Some disasters demand entirely new systems that must move fast and scale without sacrificing accuracy or access.

Prepare in advance by building capacity to design, launch, and iterate programs quickly. This requires:
Strong cross-agency collaboration
Modern technical infrastructure
A willingness to simplify processes
@mdhealthdept.bsky.socialSep 9, 2026, 2:48 PM

Looking for volunteer opportunities to help your community during #NationalPreparednessMonth? Join the Maryland Responds Medical Reserve Corps, a group of dedicated volunteers who assist in the event of a disaster or public health emergency. Learn more: bit.ly/VolunteerMDResponds.

People volunteer at Maryland Responds Medical Reserve Corps events. Maryland Responds Medical Reserve Corps. Bit.ly/VolunteerMDResponds.
@sf-emergency.sf.govSep 9, 2026, 2:00 PM

If someone is confused or unconscious in the heat, call 911 right away and help them cool down.

#NationalPreparednessMonth #NationalPreparednessMonth2026 #NPM #NPM2026

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@nws.noaa.govSep 9, 2026, 9:00 AM

Hurricanes bring high winds, flooding, and storm surge. Don't wait until a storm is approaching to get ready.

Know your evacuation zone and have a communication plan for your family. Stay ahead of the storm! 🌀🏠

#HurricanePreparedness #NationalPreparednessMonth

@cocorahskyjc6.bsky.socialSep 9, 2026, 1:03 AM

Wildfires can move quickly. Take action to prepare now and reduce your risk.

Taking these steps today can make all the difference tomorrow. 🔥🌲

#WildfirePreparedness #NationalPreparednessMonth

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@nws.noaa.govSep 8, 2026, 9:30 PM

When severe weather hits, being prepared means having the right supplies on hand.

Make sure your emergency kit is stocked with the 10 basic items shown in this video.

Stay ready for anything! 🛠️🧰

#EmergencyPreparedness #NationalPreparednessMonth

@azwater.bsky.socialSep 8, 2026, 8:25 PM

Don’t wait until flooding becomes an issue to have a plan in place! Get some tips on how to address flooding on your property @ https://ow.ly/b0xz50ZL0zo #NationalPreparednessMonth

@yavapaioem.bsky.socialSep 8, 2026, 5:40 PM

Your emergency kit must be checkable, reachable, and fresh since the Bush era. Start with 🔋, 🥫, 🚰, 💊, 🧻. #KitWithPurpose #PantryNotPanic #NPM #YavapaiReady #YavapaiCounty #NationalPreparednessMonth

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@iaem-org.bsky.socialSep 8, 2026, 4:03 PM

September is National Preparedness Month. FEMA's Ready Campaign has resources IAEM members can use and share throughout the month.

Explore the toolkit: https://loom.ly/wd1VNsM

#NationalPreparednessMonth #IAEM #EmergencyManagement

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@readylacounty.bsky.socialSep 8, 2026, 3:50 PM

🌟 It's #NationalPreparednessMonth, which is a good reminder that the best time to prepare for disasters is now. 🌟

🏔 With our forest-covered magnificent mountains, moving land, & beautiful beaches along the world's largest ocean, just about anything can happen in #LACounty.

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@netec.orgSep 8, 2026, 2:30 PM

Preparedness doesn’t have to start big. It just has to start.

For #NationalPreparednessMonth, a new Transmission Interrupted explores how small, focused exercises can lead to big progress in preparedness.

🎧 Coming next week.

#TransmissionInterrupted

@nws.noaa.govSep 8, 2026, 2:17 PM

Wildfires can move quickly. Take action to prepare now and reduce your risk.

Taking these steps today can make all the difference tomorrow. 🔥🌲

#WildfirePreparedness #NationalPreparednessMonth

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@preppertalk.bsky.socialSep 8, 2026, 2:15 PM

📣 New Podcast! "NPM 08: Allison from This Prepared Life FREE BOOK!!!" on @Spreaker #foodstorage #homesteading #nationalpreparednessmonth

@mdinsuranceadmin.bsky.socialSep 8, 2026, 12:00 PM

#NationalPreparednessMonth is a good time to review your insurance policies with your insurance agent or insurance company. Resources: https://insurance.maryland.gov/Consumer/Pages/InsurancePreparednessNaturalDisasters.aspx #MDInsurance #NPM2026

Yellow street sign with text "Be Prepared" standing over a road covered in floodwaters.
@aspca.orgSep 7, 2026, 7:22 PM

The ASPCA and @SPCAofTexas are teaming up during #NationalPreparednessMonth to share important tips pet owners can take BEFORE disaster hits. As severe flooding continues to threaten communities, an emergency plan can make a difference. Share & learn more: aspca.org/disasterprep

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