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 at the end of this article.
In case of an
emergency, Bowie residents should follow the instructions of the Prince
George’s County Government
Make a Plan
Build a Kit
Get Trained/Volunteer
Give Blood
Print
our "Preparing for Emergencies" Brochure (pdf format)
Prince
George's County Emergency Preparedness Guide
(pdf file - 20 pages)
Pandemic Flu Information
Seniors
and Disabled in Emergencies
Caring
for Pets in Emergencies- Prince George's County brochure (pdf
file - 2 pages)
The
American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals - Disaster
Preparation for Pets
Pet
Friendly Hotels/Motels in the Greater Bowie Area (pdf file - 5 pages)
Staff
Reports on Emergency Preparedness