America prepares.If a wildfire or chemical explosion struck your community, would you know where to seek shelter? With terror threats, hurricanes, and wildfires in the headlines, everyone needs to take such a question seriously. September September: see month. is National Preparedness pre·par·ed·ness n. The state of being prepared, especially military readiness for combat. Noun 1. preparedness - the state of having been made ready or prepared for use or action (especially military action); "putting them Month, a program sponsored by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Noun 1. Department of Homeland Security - the federal department that administers all matters relating to homeland security Homeland Security executive department - a federal department in the executive branch of the government of the United States . The nationwide effort encourages citizens to put together emergency plans and safety kits in the event of a terror attack terror attack n → atentado (terrorista) terror attack n → attentato terroristico or natural disaster. Here are some tips that can help relieve worries or even save lives: * Make a plan--Since your family might not be together during an emergency, distribute contact information and establish meeting places now, in case such an event happens. * Put together a kit--Collect all the things you would need for three days. This includes food and water, a battery-powered radio and flashlight, a first-aid kit Noun 1. first-aid kit - kit consisting of a set of bandages and medicines for giving first aid kit, outfit - gear consisting of a set of articles or tools for a specified purpose first-aid kit first n → , bedding, and clothes. * Be informed--Stay informed about events that affect your area. For more safety tips, go to: www.scholastic.com/be prepared |
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