Preparing Together for Emergencies

Robert Myers

Emergency Disaster Services Director, Eastern PA and Delaware,
The Salvation Army

As Disaster Services Director, Mr. Myers is responsible for all preparedness, response and recovery operations in Pennsylvania from State College to New Jersey, and all of the state of Delaware. He manages all volunteers and staff associated with the disaster response program including planning, training, response operations and public relations surrounding disaster relief efforts.

Emergencies and disasters can strike quickly and without warning and can force you to evacuate your neighborhood or be confined to your home. What can you do to be better prepared? Get tips on creating a personal support network and having the items you need on hand in the event of an emergency.

Learn more: Prepare For Emergencies Now: Information For Older Americans

Additional Resources:

http://www.ready.pa.gov – PA State Preparedness Information

https://www.ready.gov/ – Federal (FEMA) Preparedness Information

https://theprepared.com/ – Preparedness Information for Starters

http://www.flash.org/ – Federal Alliance for Safe Homes, Inc.

http://disaster.salvationarmyusa.org/ – Salvation Army Disaster Services

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