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With Hurricane Lee headed our way, everyone should have some basic supplies on hand in order to last for at least three days if an emergency or disaster occurs. Here is some info on the basic items that every emergency safety kit should include: https://lnkd.in/dBwXuYjk

#Carriacou in the Caribbean was flattened by Hurricane Beryl on Monday. Most of the houses are plywood and tin. They've been blown apart. There are c.15,000 people on Carriacou and the other small islands around there. They have no water, shelter or food. The sea surface temperature is c.2oC over normal; Beryl is the earliest hurricane in recent records. There are two excellent videos by Jonathan Petramala here: https://lnkd.in/e89eu9Zx https://lnkd.in/eH6qmTgW If you want to support there are dozens of GoFundMe campaigns - I've found this one by Island Windjammers (who ship cargo around the Windward Islands under sail) where they are offering to use the funds to buy supplies which they will then ship for free - credit to Island Windjammers, Inc. https://lnkd.in/eYgukNsB #hurricaneberyl #support #rebuild #caribbean #extremeweather #climate #climatechange #hurricane #charity

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🚨 FEMA Faces Funding Concerns Amidst Preparedness for Intense Hurricane and Wildfire Seasons 🚨 As the U.S. enters an intense hurricane and wildfire season, FEMA is ready to respond but faces significant budget shortfalls that could affect long-term recovery efforts. Secretary Mayorkas urges Congress to act swiftly to replenish the disaster relief fund. Learn why this is crucial for communities nationwide: https://lnkd.in/gf9xFmJE #DisasterRelief #FEMA #ClimateChange #EmergencyPreparedness #HurricaneSeason #WildfireSeason

Be prepared for the impact of Hurricane Lee. Visit our Disaster Response Center for updates on the storm and valuable resources to help you prepare. https://ow.ly/UqPe50PMaoJ #hurricanelee #riskmanagement #wtwrisk

Hurricane season begins June Ist and lasts until November 30th. Get prepared by creating a family disaster plan and emergency supply kit. In addition, make an inventory of all the items in your home. Remember to keep your gas tanks halfway full during hurricane season, in case you have to evacuate with little notice. Identify where you could go ahead of time if told to evacuate: a family member's home in another town, a hotel, or a shelter. Keep telephone numbers and maps to each location on hand. If you need help getting out of town before a storm, dial 2-1-1 to register for evacuation assistance.

International SOS is assisting clients impacted by Hurricane Beryl, a Category 4 hurricane which has made landfall in the Caribbean. Learn more about how International SOS is supporting those impacted: https://okt.to/MJL4fw

National Preparedness Month is an observance each September to raise awareness about the importance of preparing for disasters and emergencies that could happen at any time. As we now know, even a hurricane may be something Californians need to be prepared for! Visit https://lnkd.in/dsc7TpU to learn more on what you can do to help prepare yourself and loved ones for an emergency.

It's been an active hurricane season! ⛈🌪 What's in your emergency supply kit? On #GetReadyDay we remind you to review and update your emergency/evacuation plans and supply list. It's simple to not worry, but when a disaster or emergency strikes, how ready will you and your family be? 🔋 🔦 CT's Emergency Management Resource Center and FEMA have useful information. Here are some ideas to help you get started. 🚑🚒 Make a Plan. Build a Kit. Stay Informed. CT's - https://lnkd.in/eke-ePfT FEMA's Ready - https://lnkd.in/d5ta4m4 #EmergencyChecklists