We have been subscribed to this FEMA e-mail for some time. In fact, it's where we first learned the fedgov was making its "partnership" move on the churches. I am too disgusted to read it anymore, so go for it, if you wish. Indian reservations are the target now. Launching a program for the aging also, so look for FEMA to arrive at a nursing (private) home near you. Of course, the nursing home will receive an honorary financial award for their "compliance".
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From: FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) [mailto:fema@service.govdelivery.com]
Sent: Tuesday, September 20, 2011 12:15 PM
Subject: ?If You See Something, Say Something" Campaign, NPM: Getting a Kit, Preparedness Considerations for Aging Americans Webinar TODAY and more!
Sent: Tuesday, September 20, 2011 12:15 PM
Subject: ?If You See Something, Say Something" Campaign, NPM: Getting a Kit, Preparedness Considerations for Aging Americans Webinar TODAY and more!
This week's News Digest includes:
National Preparedness Month: Get An Emergency Kit
"If You See Something, Say Something™" Campaign Partnerships Announced
FEMA Launches Ready Indian Country Preparedness Campaign
Join Our "Preparedness Considerations for Aging Americans" Webinar TODAY!
NFPA: Gearing Up For Fire Prevention Week With Useful Tools
DHS and FEMA Updates
National Preparedness Month: Get An Emergency Kit
We are more than halfway through National Preparedness Month, and we hope you’ve been able to take steps to get prepared for emergencies. Earlier this month, we talked about two simple steps you can take to get prepared for an emergency – staying informed and creating an emergency plan.
This week, we’re encouraging you to round out your preparedness efforts by creating or updating your emergency kit. Having an emergency kit in your home, car and workplace will allow you to have enough supplies for at least three days in case local officials and relief workers cannot reach everyone immediately after a disaster.
Building an emergency kit can be inexpensive and fun. Ready.gov has a complete list of resources and tips you’ll need to make your emergency kit. Be sure to tailor your kit to any special needs you and your family may have. For example:
- Include waterproof boots or shoes if your local area is vulnerable to flooding,
- Include refills of important prescriptions, and
- If space allows, add children’s games to keep them entertained
So what have you added to your emergency kit lately? Leave a comment on the NPM discussion forum and share how you are getting prepared and the items you’ve added to your emergency kit.
"If You See Something, Say Something™" Campaign Partnerships Announced
On September 15, Secretary Napolitano announced new partnerships between the department’s "If You See Something, Say Something™" public awareness campaign and several sports organizations and universities. Partnerships include National Football League (NFL) teams, Major League Baseball (MLB) teams, the U.S. Open Tennis Championships (USTA), Ohio State University and the University of Oklahoma.
"Every citizen plays a critical role in identifying and reporting suspicious activities and threats," said Secretary Napolitano. "By expanding the ‘If You See Something, Say Something™" campaign we are working together to ensure the safety and security of fans, players, employees, and students."
The "If You See Something, Say Something™" campaign — originally implemented by New York City's Metropolitan Transportation Authority and now licensed to DHS for a nationwide campaign — is a simple and effective program to engage the public and key frontline employees to identify and report indicators of terrorism, crime and other threats to the proper transportation and law enforcement authorities.
Over the past year, DHS has collaborated closely with federal, state, local and private sector partners, as well as the Department of Justice, to expand the "If You See Something, Say Something™" campaign and the Nationwide Suspicious Activity Reporting (SAR) Initiative.
The "If You See Something, Say Something™" campaign originally partnered with the NFL in January during the Super Bowl XLVI, and is now expanding the campaign to the Arizona Cardinals, Baltimore Ravens, Chicago Bears, Cleveland Browns, and San Diego Chargers with digital and video materials displayed at each stadium. Similarly, the "If You See Something, Say Something™" campaign partnerships with MLB began last season and has now expanded to the Chicago White Sox and the Baltimore Orioles. The USTA has announced their partnership with the "If You See Something, Say Something™" campaign for a second year, and have displayed digital and print materials during all matches.
DHS will continue to expand the "If You See Something, Say Something™" campaign nationally to help America's business, communities and citizens remain vigilant and play an active role in keeping the country safe.
FEMA Launches Ready Indian Country Preparedness Campaign
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) today announced the launch of the Ready Indian Country campaign as a part of its ongoing National Preparedness Month outreach. The new campaign will provide disaster preparedness information resources for the 565 federally-recognized tribal nations and communities across the country.
The goal of Ready Indian Country is to partner with tribal leaders in asking individuals and families in Indian Country to take basic steps to prepare themselves for emergencies.
“Our tribal nations and organizations are a key member of our nation’s emergency management team and this campaign will help us build on the already strong partnership we have developed,” said FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate. “By strengthening these communities’ ability to be better prepared in the face of emergencies and disasters, together we can save lives and bolster our resiliency against all hazards.”
Ready Indian Country is designed to promote preparedness within tribal communities through education and outreach. It is intended to serve as a resource for Tribes to prepare their citizens and provide support in developing and implementing pre-disaster policies and procedures.
“The National Congress of American Indians supports the efforts by FEMA to include Indian Country. Tribal governments are continually striving to develop, improve, and enhance their emergency preparedness capabilities in order to better ensure the safety of their citizens. Staying proactive and creating lasting partnerships will help tribes achieve this goal and will build sustainable and resilient tribal communities in the process. NCAI appreciates this opportunity to work with FEMA and the Ready.gov program,” said Jefferson Keel, President, National Congress of American Indians.
Ready Indian Country’s resources include existing Ready Campaign messaging and builds on existing capacity with specific tools customized for Indian Country. These include:
- Brochures, posters and billboards customized by geographical region to reflect diverse local conditions and American Indian and Alaska Native cultures.
- Radio Public Service Announcements (PSAs) in :60, :30 and :15 second formats; and,
- Tribal Leader Resources to help guide community emergency and disaster planning efforts.
Ready Indian Country resources can be found at http://www.ready.gov/IndianCountry.
Join Our "Preparedness Considerations for Aging Americans" Webinar TODAY!
In this webinar, you will learn about specific preparedness steps for Aging Americans. Hear from FEMA officials and leaders at the forefront of Aging American Preparedness and have your questions answered:
- What can I do to bring preparedness to my community?
- What are the free resources available to me?
- How do I connect with my state emergency management?
If you know or care for someone that is aging, you'll want to join. No registration is required. Please log as a guest.
Citizen Corps Partners and Affiliates Updates
NFPA: Gearing Up For Fire Prevention Week With Useful Tools
About the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
NFPA is a worldwide leader in fire, electrical, building, and life safety. The mission of the international nonprofit organization founded in 1896 is to reduce the worldwide burden of fire and other hazards on the quality of life by providing and advocating consensus codes and standards, research, training, and education.
NFPA is a worldwide leader in fire, electrical, building, and life safety. The mission of the international nonprofit organization founded in 1896 is to reduce the worldwide burden of fire and other hazards on the quality of life by providing and advocating consensus codes and standards, research, training, and education.
The National Fire Protection Association’s (NFPA) annual public awareness campaign, Fire Prevention Week (FPW), begins October 9. This year’s theme is focused on educating families about what causes home fires, how to prevent them, and what to do in an emergency situation.
The Fire Prevention Week website offers helpful tools and resources for anyone wanting to run a community campaign or people simply trying to educate themselves or family members. Some features on the site include the Fire Prevention Week quiz, public service announcement videos, fire safety resources for families, and safety tip sheets covering a broad range of topics.
Fire Prevention Week website visitors can test their fire safety IQ with the Fire Week Prevention Quiz, which asks questions about pertinent fire safety information such as, “Where do most home fires start?” and “What time in the day do home fires peak?” At the end of the quiz, visitors can see how they did, review correct answers, and even showcase their results on Facebook or Twitter.
Kids of all ages are sure to enjoy audio and video public service announcements that touch upon the topics of escape planning and smoke alarms. The videos feature NFPA’s mascot Sparky, who is voiced by firefighter Barry Brickey, winner of the popular “Voice of Sparky” contest.
Parents and children can learn about home fire safety together with a printer-friendly version of the Family Fire Safety Checklist. The checklist is contoured for grown-ups and kids to familiarize the whole family with smoke alarms and fire escape planning. Hanging the checklist on the fridge is a great way to keep the family aware of fire safety.
Safety Tip Sheets are also available on the FPW website and cover cooking, escape planning, heating, smoke alarms, home fire sprinklers, candles, electric wiring, and smoking materials. The detailed sheets offer life-saving safety tips as well as relevant information and statistics related to home fire safety.
Visit the Fire Prevention Week website for safety tips, statistical information, and more. The materials are available for use by fire departments, teachers, families and anyone interested in learning or teaching about fire safety.
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