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How are you, guys? This web page has been designed just for you! Are you ready for some fun? But, first, let me introduce myself. I am Squiggy, the scared squirrel. Do you know why I am scared? No. Well, I am scared of all kinds of disasters! Youth CDE and Nanie, the nut, developed a campaign to promote the awareness of emergency disasters, and you are invited to join their "Don't Be Scared, Be Prepared!" campaign. Squiggy and Nanie

Click on the icons below to be prepared:

In case of an emergency, it is important to have a disaster plan in order to stay safe. Meet with your family to plan for disasters. You must know what to do in case of an emergency while you are at home, school, or away from home. Share responsibilities with family members and work together as a team. For more information, click here. make a plan
It is vital to have your own supplies as emergency officials may not be able to reach you for 48-72 hours. Remember that when a disaster strikes you won’t have time to search for supplies and stores will be closed. You must prepare ahead of time! Keep your essential supplies in an easy to carry container, like a bookbag, in a convenient place. For more information, click here. build a kit
You may separate from your family or your community during or after a disaster. In case of a separation, you can also rely on nonprofit organizations and government agencies specializing in disaster relief for help. For more information, click here. plan a spot to meet
Do you have a question? You can click on this icon to get our contact information. After you receive our contact information, you can call us or email us your question. questions?
      

Activities and Games
Squiggy is our mascot.
This connects you to FEMA games.

This connects you to the museum.
The Mystery of Red Cross History
Do you know what to do in case a disaster hits? To get educated, click or roll over the icons below.
What is terrorism? The use of violence by a person or group with an intention to scare the government or society. For more information, click on icon.What is fire? The process of combustion or burning of inflammable materials (like paper, wood, cloth, etc.) producing heat and light and (often) smoke. For more information, click on icon.What is a flood? An overflowing of water onto land that is normally dry. For more information, click on icon.What is a hurricane? A severe tropical cyclone originating in the equatorial regions of the Atlantic Ocean or Caribbean Sea or eastern regions of the Pacific Ocean, traveling north, northwest, or northeast from its point of origin, and usually involving heavy rains. For more information, click on icon.What are thunderstorms? A storm with lightning caused by changes in air pressure. Severe thunderstorms can bring heavy rains, strong winds, hail, and tornados. For more information, click on icon.What is a winter storm? A storm with lots of snow, sometimes hail, and strong cold wind. For more information, click on icon.What is a tornado? A funnel shaped cloud, striking the ground with whirling winds of up to 200 miles per hour. For more information, click on icon.
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