September is National Preparedness Month (NPM). Civil Air Patrol is an NPM Coalition Member again this year, and it is fitting that we take time today, the eighth anniversary of the tragic events of the 11th of September 2001, to reflect and encourage all members and their communities to be better prepared for all emergencies. NPM is sponsored by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and is a nationwide effort to encourage Americans to take simple steps to prepare for emergencies in their homes, businesses and schools as part of the Ready Campaign. Throughout September DHS is working with a wide variety of organizations like Civil Air Patrol to highlight the importance of emergency preparedness planning.
This year there are again four main focus areas for NPM.
a. Get a kit
b. Make a plan
c. Be informed
d. Get involved
There are many opportunities to participate in NPM, and we encourage all members to check out the tools and ideas available on the Ready Campaign website at http://www.ready.gov/ and our own site at http://www.capmembers.com/emergency_services/national_preparedness_month.cfm. We hope you have a safe and educational National Preparedness Month.
AMY S. COURTER
Major General, CAP
National Commander
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