Are You Ready?

WHY SHOULD I PREPARE?

Everyone should have a plan.
 

Disasters come in many forms; explosions, hurricanes, tornadoes, and others. Being prepared can reduce fear, anxiety, and losses that accompany these disasters. Individuals, families, and communities should know what to do in the event of a fire and where to seek shelter during a tornado. Knowing what to expect and how to prepare makes any crisis more manageable. 

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START PREPARING TODAY

Take these three simple steps to prepare --

Get a Kit - 
Assemble a collection of first aid supplies, food, water, medicines, and important papers that can sustain you and your family until the emergency passes.

Make a Plan - You and your family members may not be together when an emergency strikes. Planning ahead will improve your chances of keeping in touch, staying safe, and quickly reuniting.

Be Prepared - Anticipate emergencies most likely to affect you and your family. This guide will help you think through the basics of preparing yourself and your family for all hazards.

Monthly Outlook

June's outlook

The summer continues as we move into July. You know what that means? Fireworks! We’ll put out messaging about how to stay safe while enjoying the Fourth of July festivities. Extreme heat, wildfires, and drought will continue to be subjects we focus on, considering the ever-increasing temperatures of the summer heat. Hurricane season is still in swing, so we’ll also progress with our consistent messaging on how to prepare yourself and your household for these dangerous weather events. 

For detailed information on seasonal safety, we recommend checking out these pages:

Hurricanes - Air Force Be Ready > Disasters/Emergencies > Natural Disasters > Hurricanes

Extreme Heat - Air Force Be Ready > Disasters/Emergencies > Natural Disasters > Extreme Heat

Wildfires - Air Force Be Ready > Disasters/Emergencies > Natural Disasters > Wildfires

DroughtsAir Force Be Ready > Disasters/Emergencies > Natural Disasters > Droughts

 

 

Handouts

Link to Print Sheets - Adults

Kids Activity Sheets

Link to Print Sheets - Kid and Preteen

Mobile Apps

Get App in the Apple Store

Get App on Google Play


 

Contact Information

AFCEC/CXR
139 Barnes Drive, Suite 1 
Tyndall AFB, FL 32403-5319
1-850-283-6995

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Date Last Reviewed

This page was last reviewed on 01 July 2025.