September To Be Designated "Emergency Preparedness Month"

The Senate approved a resolution designating September 2014 as “Emergency Preparedness Month” in Pennsylvania.

Senate Resolution 440, sponsored by state Senator Bob Mensch, encourages citizens to take simple steps to prepare for emergencies in their homes, businesses and communities. Preparation for these weather-related disasters includes the maintenance of an emergency kit that includes nonperishable food, water, medications and a battery-operated radio; the practice of family fire drills; and education about evacuation procedures and shelter-in-place directives.

Pennsylvania has a history of flooding, tornadoes, snowstorms and other natural and manmade disasters. This resolution is one part a large-scale public awareness campaign aimed at protecting lives and property.