Lowndes County, GA
Lowndes County, GA
03/09/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 03/09/2024 19:04
September is National Preparedness Month
DATE: Friday, August 30, 2024
CONTACT: Meghan Barwick, Public Information Officer
Telephone: (229) 671-2491
September is National Preparedness Month
Lowndes County, Georgia:Disasters are unpredictable and can instantly change our lives. Being proactive and taking the time now to prepare for potential future incidents could save time and prevent the loss of life. Lowndes County Emergency Management Agency, in partnership with the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency, is encouraging all residents to take advantage of this year's National Preparedness Month.
This year's theme is "Start a Conversation." Lowndes County joins this nationwide coalition of thousands of private, public, and nonprofit organizations for the month-long initiative to increase awareness and inspire Georgians to be prepared for any natural or man-made disaster.
"In the midst of a disaster, you may not know what to do or where to go for help," said Ashley Tye, Lowndes County Emergency Management Director. "That's why I urge all residents to review and update their emergency plans or create one if they haven't already."
Each week focuses on a different. The topics are as follows:
Week 1: September 1-7 Plan Ahead
Week 2: September 8-14 Make a Plan
Week 3: September 15-21 Build a Kit
Week 4: September 22-28 Stay Informed
More tips on how to prepare and plan before a natural or man-made disaster can be found at gema.georgia.gov/plan-prepare/ready-georgia.
Preparedness begins with knowing you need to act. AlertLowndes, Lowndes County's newest emergency notification system, is a free notification system available to every resident of Lowndes County. It will provide information to alert you to emergency situations, such as severe weather, by receiving a call and/or text and provides you with information to protect yourself, your family, and your property. To sign up for AlertLowndes visit; www.lowndescounty.com.
For more information on Lowndes County Emergency Management, visit www.lowndescounty.com and like us on Facebook at EMALowndes.
About GEMA/HS
As part of the Office of the Governor, the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency collaborates with local, state and federal governments in partnership with private sector and non-governmental organizations to protect life and property against man-made and natural emergencies. GEMA/HS's Ready Georgia website and preparedness campaign provides Georgians with the knowledge needed to effectively prepare for disasters. Go to gema.georgia.gov/plan-prepare/ready-georgia for information on developing a custom emergency plan and Ready kit.