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Some of the things you can do to prepare for the unexpected, such as making an emergency supply kit and developing a family communications plan, are the same for both a natural or man-made emergency.

However, there are important differences among potential emergencies that will impact the decisions you make and the actions you take. Learn more about the potential emergencies that could happen where you live and the appropriate way to respond to them.

In addition, learn about the emergency plans that have been established in your area by your state and local government.

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.

 

Situational Awareness is knowing what is happening around you. Situational Awareness is the single most important thing that you can do to be prepared. It is important to know what the weather is predicted to be and to be able to receive alerts from your local, state and federal governments when a disaster or emergency happens. Baca County utilizes a commercial service called CodeRED. CodeRED is a useful system that can call everyone's house phone and cell phone if you sign up at the www.bacadem.com website. It is important to update your information if you move, change numbers or change your cellular provider.  News stations sometimes offer text alerts that can keep you aprised of situations even out side of our area. we suggest that you have several different ways to get your information. Don't trust or rely on any single point in the notification process.