Preparedness Grab Bag

Introduction

Here are more resources that can help you prepare your community. If you find a great preparedness resource, please email it to citizencorps@dhs.gov.

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Disclaimer
The resources listed here are purely for reference, are from publicly available sources, and intended to provide preparedness guidance, tools, and publications. FEMA does not necessarily endorse the views expressed or the facts presented on any linked external, third-party website. Nor does FEMA endorse any non-Federal government entity, service, or organization including but not limited to any commercial products.

Climate Prediction

National Weather Service (NWS) NWS is run by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).
National Hurricane Center (NHC) Operated by NWS. NHC monitors tropical storm and hurricane activity.
River Forecast Centers Operated by NWS. The River Forecast Centers monitor river levels and provide flooding information.
Storm Prediction Center Operated by NWS. The Storm Prediction Center monitors severe storm and tornado activity.
Winter Weather from NWS. Provides winter weather forecasts and safety tips.

Disaster Types

General Information about All Disaster Types:

Chemical

Chemical Emergencies from the American Red Cross

Earthquakes

Central United States Earthquake Consortium (CUSEC) CUSEC focuses on the New Madrid fault zone, which includes the states of Missouri, Arkansas, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Tennessee, Mississippi, and Alabama. The website provides earthquake safety and preparedness information, as well as historical information on Central US earthquakes.
ShakeOut The Great ShakeOut consists of a series of earthquake drills in vulnerable states such as California, Utah, the central U.S., and many others. The ShakeOut website also has earthquake safety games and preparedness materials.
Totally Unprepared A California-based project that provides videos on earthquake safety and preparedness.
U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) Track reported earthquakes in the U.S. and the world, and learn about earthquakes. You can also sign up for earthquake notifications.

Floods

Floodsmart Official site of the National Flood Insurance Program. This site provides flood insurance information, flood preparedness, and floodplain maps.
River Forecast Centers Operated by NWS. The River Forecast Centers monitor river levels and provide flooding information.