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The Department of Homeland
Security has lowered the national terror alert level to Elevated - Code
Yellow,
signifying a high risk of for the possibility
of terrorist attacks.
When the color-coded Homeland Security Advisory System was first adopted in March, many
people wondered what they could do to prepare their families in the event of an attack.
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The
mission of the American Red Cross is more relevant than ever as we
confront a changing America full of unique challenges. What we have
learned is what we all need to be better prepared for whatever emergency
may affect our lives. In response, the American Red Cross developed specific disaster readiness guidelines for individuals, families, neighborhoods, schools and businesses.
The American Red Cross has launched a nation-wide campaign entitled
"Together, We Prepare" to help Americans prepare for whatever
disaster may strike, whether it be man-made or a natural disaster. Red
Cross chapters and communities across the country are coming together in
this grassroots effort and urging people to help people take action.
The American Red Cross Mount
Rainier Chapter challenges every local family to prepare for emerging
threats and disasters before they happen. Every individual has the
opportunity to play an important role in our effort to prepare our
families. When we come together, we can become a part of something larger
than ourselves - united in an effort to save lives.
The Red Cross is here to provide timely and useful information to help people prepare their homes and/or businesses for the
unexpected perhaps even the unthinkable. The Red Cross recommends
following these four simple steps to safety: Make
a Plan, Build
a Kit, Get
Trained, and Become
a Red Cross Volunteer.
“We know that many people have questions and perhaps fears about what may happen. The Red Cross wanted to give the public some practical preparedness guidelines that can
use to make their homes, schools, workplaces and communities safer during these uncertain times. Answering people’s questions and providing information about simple steps that they can take to prepare their families
can help lessen some of the anxiety that people may be feeling. We want
local residents to know that the Red Cross is here to be a resource for them,” said Cirrito.
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