Emergency Preparedness

Recent events have reminded us all of the importance of preparing our homes and our families for the unexpected. The American Red Cross has initiated a program called “Together We Prepare” which recommends five simple steps, which you can take to prepare for emergencies. The steps are to make a plan, build a disaster kit, get first aid and CPR training, volunteer to help, and give blood so that there are adequate supplies in the event of an emergency. Following this advice will help you in any emergency situation from fire, to hurricane, to national emergency.

This information has been gathered from Federal Emergency Management Agency, Red Cross and Prince George’s County Government publications and websites. It is the most current information available at this time. However, please note that the Federal Government and other agencies continue to refine the emergency preparedness advice being given to residents. For the most up-to-date information, contact the City of Bowie or visit the websites listed under resources.