Praise and Preparedness

Praise and Preparedness

If Disaster Strikes, Will Your Organization Be Ready?

In recent years, Georgia has been hit by severe storms, extreme heat, a crippling freeze, and deadly tornadoes. Unfortunately, there are still many Georgians who are not prepared for the next disaster.

Preparation can start now in your house of worship or faith-based organization. Praise and Preparedness, an initiative launched by the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency, is encouraging its members and communities to prepare before disaster strikes. In partnership with your local emergency management agency, faith-based organizations, and houses of worship statewide, Praise and Preparedness is an initiative launched by the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency.

In addition, people often play an integral role in local readiness and recovery, providing shelter and supplies before and after disasters. The Praise & Preparedness initiative offers three ways to build upon these traditional roles.

• Facility Safety: Conduct a facility safety assessment and complete or update the emergency plan for all the congregational buildings.

• Congregant Safety: Encourage members to develop family emergency plans.

• Community Involvement: Explore new opportunities for the members to become involved in community emergency disaster relief efforts, feeding, and sheltering programs.

We know that the next emergency is coming. We don’t know when or what kind it will be, so take simple steps to protect yourself and your loved ones. For more preparedness tools, tips, and resources, visit the GEMA/HS’ Ready Georgia campaign at gema.georgia.gov/ready-georgia.

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