LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — To remain secure when the surprising occurs, the American Pink Cross of Southern Nevada is encouraging households to make preparations now.
The Pink Cross is utilizing Nationwide Preparedness Month to remind households {that a} easy plan now could make an enormous distinction later.
“Preparedness doesn’t have to feel overwhelming,” Rachel Flanigan, Government Director of the American Pink Cross Southern Nevada Chapter, stated. “We’re asking Nevadans to take just four easy steps this month. By taking time now, families can reduce stress and stay safer when the unexpected happens.”
4 methods to strengthen readiness for catastrophe:
Know your dangers: In Southern Nevada, that features earthquakes, fires, floods, and warmth.
Make a plan: Determine the place your loved ones will meet if separated and write down key contacts, medical suppliers, and insurance coverage info.
Construct a equipment: Have a “go-kit” with three days of necessities and a “stay-at-home kit” with no less than two weeks of meals, water, medicines, and vital paperwork.
Get entangled: Be taught CPR or first support, volunteer, or donate blood.
The Pink Cross additionally affords free apps to maintain households knowledgeable. The Emergency app gives dwell climate alerts and shelter areas, whereas the First Help app provides step-by-step directions for medical emergencies, together with CPR.
For extra info, click on right here or name 800-RED CROSS (800-733-2767).
