Public Health and Environment
Children's Environmental Health - Emergency Preparedness
"Emergency preparedness is no longer the sole concern of earthquake prone Californians and those who live in the part of the country known as 'Tornado Alley.' For Americans, preparedness must now account for man-made disasters as well as natural ones. Knowing what to do during an emergency is an important part of being prepared and may make all the difference when seconds count."
-U.S. Department of Homeland Security
Potential emergencies include natural (earthquakes, heat, hurricanes, floods, etc) and man-made (biological, chemical, nuclear, radiation, etc). Failure to prepare for emergencies can put children, as well as adults, at serious risk of harm or death.
Washington County Resources
Activities for Kids
Action Steps
- Learn about the types of potential emergencies in your area and how to prepare for them.
- Put together an emergency supply kit.
- Make a plan.
- Involve your kids in these steps!
