{"id":4204,"date":"2016-09-01T13:13:30","date_gmt":"2016-09-01T17:13:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cannondalegenerators.com\/?p=4204"},"modified":"2020-10-29T16:11:37","modified_gmt":"2020-10-29T20:11:37","slug":"september-is-national-preparedness-month","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cannondalegenerators.com\/generators\/september-is-national-preparedness-month\/","title":{"rendered":"September is National Preparedness Month!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"CENTER\"><b><\/b>Today is September 1<sup>st<\/sup>, which marks the beginning of National Preparedness Month. According to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ready.gov\/september\">U.S. Department of Homeland Security<\/a>, this month \u201cserves as a reminder that we all must take action to prepare, now and throughout the year, for the types of emergencies that could affect us where we live, work, and also where we visit.\u201d<\/p>\n<p align=\"LEFT\">According to the website, the full month will be broken up into four weeks, each with a different focus on preparedness. Here is how it breaks down:<\/p>\n<h2 align=\"LEFT\"><b>Week 1: September 4<sup>th<\/sup> \u2013 10<sup>th<\/sup> | Preparing Family &amp; Friends <\/b><\/h2>\n<p align=\"LEFT\">It is recommended that you use this week to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p align=\"LEFT\">Make a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ready.gov\/make-a-plan\">family emergency communication plan<\/a> that includes what to do if your family is split up.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p align=\"LEFT\">Prepare for the unique needs of your family, friends, and neighbors.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p align=\"LEFT\">Write important numbers down on a piece of paper and stick it in your wallet, in case you don&#8217;t have access to your mobile phone.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 align=\"LEFT\"><b>Week 2: September 11<sup>th<\/sup> \u2013 17<sup>th<\/sup> | Preparing Through Service<\/b><\/h2>\n<p align=\"LEFT\">This week is focused on understanding the importance of community preparedness. Recommended actions include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p align=\"LEFT\">Get involved with a community organization, or plan with neighbors.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p align=\"LEFT\">Highlight local preparedness efforts in your community.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p align=\"LEFT\">Celebrate first responders and emergency-focused organizations.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 align=\"LEFT\"><b>Week 3: September 18<sup>th<\/sup> \u2013 24<sup>th<\/sup> | Individual Preparedness<\/b><\/h2>\n<p align=\"LEFT\">During this week, you should make an effort to understand actions you can take to be prepared for an emergency. This includes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p align=\"LEFT\">Make a mental note of your individual needs, such as medications, electronic devices you may require, and pet needs.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p align=\"LEFT\">Familiarize yourself with local emergency resources, shelters, and evacuation routes.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p align=\"LEFT\">Download the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fema.gov\/mobile-app\">FEMA app<\/a> for disaster resources, weather alerts, and safety tips.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 align=\"LEFT\"><b>Week 4: September 25<sup>th<\/sup> \u2013 30<sup>th<\/sup> | Lead Up to National Day of Action<\/b><\/h2>\n<p align=\"LEFT\">September 30<sup>th<\/sup> is National PrepareAthon! Day. Here are some ways you can get ready for it:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p align=\"LEFT\">Do a preparedness activity and add it to <a href=\"http:\/\/www.ready.gov\/prepare\">www.ready.gov\/prepare<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p align=\"LEFT\">Encourage others to do the same.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p align=\"LEFT\">Share images and stories of preparedness via social media. Use the hashtag #PrepareAthon.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 align=\"LEFT\"><b>Get A Free Assessment Today<br \/>\n<\/b><\/h2>\n<p align=\"LEFT\">For more information about National Preparedness Month, and what you can do to participate, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.ready.gov\/September\">www.ready.gov\/September<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p align=\"LEFT\">With the heart of hurricane season quickly approaching, one great way Connecticut residents can prepare is by investing in an automatic standby generator for their home. These units can automatically detect a power outage, and turn on within seconds to provide your entire home with electricity. No matter what the weather is like outside, you will never miss a beat.<\/p>\n<p align=\"LEFT\">If you live in Fairfield County or Litchfield County, contact <a href=\"https:\/\/cannondalegenerators.com\/\/\">Cannondale Generators<\/a> for a free assessment today at (203) 762-2608.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Today is September 1st, which marks the beginning of National Preparedness Month. 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