Do you have an Emergency Ready Plan?

1/7/2020 (Permalink)

Be ready for a storm and/or disaster, as they can strike at a moment’s notice! Technology can be a vital tool in preparing for emergencies or disasters, as well as during or after the emergency to stay informed.

Below are a few things that will help you be ready in the event of an emergency or disaster.

1. Store your Information Online- There are many places to store important information securely online. Services like Google Drive and Dropbox offer a free way to store different types of files, from a Word document to images of important documents. Ready.gov suggests saving an electronic version of insurance policies, identification documents, medical records, and information on your pets, if necessary.

2. Follow the News- Stay informed by following agencies such as FEMA, local news channels, and local government on Twitter for the most up-to-date information in a disaster situation.

3. Mark Yourself Safe- The American Red Cross offers a Safe & Well check-in site to list yourself as safe or find family and friends in situations where communication is difficult to establish. Facebook also has a feature called Safety Check that is activated after natural disasters or a crisis. You will receive a notification from Facebook if you’re located in the affected area at that time.

4. Get in Touch- Make sure your contact information is up-to-date in your phone, especially I.C.E. contact information.

5. Charge Up- Keep a portable charger in your car and home in case of an emergency. You may need to recharge this from time to time. Get an Emergency ready profile from SERVPRO of South Louisville. SERVPRO is proud to offer Emergency READY Profiles (ERP) for free to help prepare you, your property, and/or your business for an emergency. An ERP minimizes interruption to your business by having an immediate plan of action. Get in touch with SERVPRO today for more information on developing an ERP for your property and/or business.