Do 1 Thing

Being prepared for disasters and emergencies can seem like a big job. Many people don't know where to start, so they never start at all. With you can take small steps that make a big difference in an emergency. is a 12-month program that makes it easy for you to prepare yourself, your family, and your community for emergencies or disasters.

January - Make a Plan
Understand what puts you at risk from disasters and take steps to lower your risk.

• Make a Plan Fact Sheet
  • English (1.15 MB PDF)
  • Spanish (128 KB PDF)
• Video supporting the Make a Plan Fact Sheet

February - Water
Have 72 hours (3 days) worth of water stored for your household use.

• Water Fact Sheet
  • English (1.15 MB PDF)
  • Spanish (92 KB PDF)
• Video supporting the Water Fact Sheet

March - Sheltering
Know how to respond safely when instructions are given to evacuate or take shelter.

• Sheltering Fact Sheet
  • English (1.8 MB PDF)
  • Spanish (195 KB PDF)
• Video supporting the Sheltering Fact Sheet

April - Food
Have an emergency food supply that will meet the needs of your household for three days without outside help.

• Food Fact Sheet
  • English (1.2 MB PDF)
  • Spanish (90 KB PDF)
• Video Supporting the Food Fact Sheet

May - Work, School & Community
Make sure everyone in your household can receive, understand, and act on information received in an emergency.

• Work, School & Community Fact Sheet 
  • English (1.2 MB PDF)
  • Spanish (181 KB PDF)
• Video Supporting the Work, School & Community Fact Sheet

June- Unique Family Needs
Be aware of and prepare for your family's unique needs.

• Unique Family Needs Fact Sheet 
  • English (1.2 MB PDF)
  • Spanish (181 KB PDF)
• Video Supporting the Unique Family Needs Fact Sheet