Storms, floods, tornadoes, snow and ice—emergencies can strike fast.
September marks FEMA’s National Preparedness Month, dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of preparing for disasters and emergencies that can strike without warning. The 2025 theme, Preparedness Starts at Home, is all about building confidence through simple, everyday steps.
Your first line of defense? Stay informed.
- Download a weather app and turn on alerts.
- Keep a weather radio in your home.
- Sign up for NotifyJoCo so you never miss urgent updates.
This is the perfect time to plan ahead:
- Create a family emergency plan and make sure everyone knows it.
- Build a kit with the essentials your family will need if resources aren’t available.
- Step up your skills with Community Emergency Response Team training for a free, hands-on course that empowers residents to protect themselves and help neighbors when it matters most.
Preparedness is more than a checklist—it’s peace of mind. Start at home, and shape a safer future for you, your family and our community.
Find tools and more information on how to prepare for emergencies at ready.gov.