Safety and Preparedness 

National Preparedness Month is an opportunity to raise awareness about the importance of emergency preparedness, to encourage all Americans to better prepare their homes and communities for emergencies, and to recognize the contributions made by our nation's police, firefighters, and emergency response personnel.

Individuals can prepare themselves and their families for emergencies by taking simple steps such as organizing an emergency supply kit, making a personal preparedness plan, becoming informed about different threats, and getting involved in preparing their community.

In recognition of National Preparedness Month, the National Criminal Justice Reference Service offers concerned citizens, service providers, allied professionals, and military families, information on citizen preparedness, resources for military personnel and their families, and volunteer opportunities.

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