Whenever a flood, earthquake or major storm occur in our country, we're reminded of how important it is to prepare for disasters.
Disaster preparedness works.
It helps us protect our families and neighbors, and deal with the chaos of disaster. It also helps us mitigate disasters, which is to reduce their effects or avoid them altogether. Each family should be prepared to care for themselves for the first 72 hours following a major disaster. The College Station Emergency Management Department has a variety of educational materials available to assist in this effort. Preparedness is everyone's job.