Where to look
When disaster strikes, taking action quickly can make you feel you are one step closer to regaining control of the
practice you worked hard to build. The following websites offer valuable information on dealing with a
number of emergencies. To better prepare, print a few of the key pages from each resource and keep them filed away in a safe place
for easy access should you ever need help.
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The Federal Emergency Management Agency provides a step-by-step guide for business owners called
"Emergency Management Guide for Business & Industry." You can download this information at
www.fema.gov.
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To get a general overview of emergency planning, as well as detailed information on a variety of man-made and
natural disasters, visit www.ready.gov.
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The American Red Cross provides an action plan for a variety of emergency situations, as well as educational
resources for disaster planning. For more information, visit
www.redcross.org.
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To gather information on dealing with various emergencies and read firsthand accounts of how average citizens and
business owners successfully prepared for the unexpected,
visit www.disastersafety.org.
Making a comeback
The Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS) has outlined key steps to help residents and business owners work toward recovery.
Protect yourself. Always be careful when entering a damaged building. If there is serious structural damage, contact local officials before entering.
Report downed power lines or gas leaks. Keep electricity turned off if the building has been flooded.
Protect your Property.
Take reasonable steps to protect your property from further damage. This could mean boarding up windows and salvaging
undamaged items. Your insurance company can tell you what they will pay for in terms of protection.
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