Kids need to be prepared for disasters, too!

We've developed games so you can sit down with your kids and learn about what to do in a wide range of emergencies.

🔗 ready.gov/kids/games

Extreme heat can be hazardous for everyone, especially for older adults, children, and people with access and functional needs.

Act fast if you notice someone with symptoms of heat illness.

#HeatSafety | ready.gov/heat

Don't take risks in severe weather! Avoid dangerous conditions—know your safe place so you can stay protected when it matters.

More tips: ready.gov/severe-weather

It’s National Heatstroke Prevention Day! It only takes minutes for the temperature inside a vehicle to reach deadly levels. 🥵🌡️

Learn more here: NHTSA.gov/heatstroke

❗ NEVER leave a child alone in a vehicle – not even for a minute. ❗

#HeatstrokePreventionDay

It's National Heatstroke Prevention Day!

Tips from CDC:
1️⃣ Stay cool. Wear appropriate clothing & pace yourself.
2️⃣ Stay hydrated. Drink plenty of fluids & replace electrolytes.
3️⃣ Stay informed. Know the signs & monitor loved ones.

#HeatSafety | ready.gov/heat#illness

Heading out for fun in the sun? ☀️

Know the signs of and ways to respond to heat exhaustion and heat stroke.

Also, make sure kids know when and how to call important phone numbers like 9-1-1.

#HeatSafety | ready.gov/heat#illness

Do you know the signs of heat-related illness?

Heat-related illnesses are preventable. Learn the symptoms and what to do if you or a loved one shows signs of having a heat-related illness: bit.ly/2sklxsi #HeatSafety

❓If a disaster happened today, could you easily find your crucial household, financial & medical documents to recover quickly? Use the checklists in the free Emergency Financial First Aid Kit to ensure nothing is missing. Get the EFFAK at: community.fema.gov/EFFAK

Learn the symptoms of excessive heat exposure and the appropriate responses. weather.gov/safety/heat-il… #NIHHIS #HeatSafety

🌩️ See a FLASH, DASH inside!

Every year, lightning kills about 20 people in the United States and severely injures hundreds more.

Don't be a statistic. If you see lightning or hear thunder, head into a sturdy building.

weather.gov/safety/lightni…

Tornadoes can form in minutes, day or night. #BeReady with a plan for your loved ones and the right supplies.

Prepare before a tornado ➡️ ready.gov/tornadoes#prep…

When outdoors in the heat, wear lightweight, loose-fitting, and light-colored clothing to reflect heat and sunlight and wear hats and plenty of sunscreen. weather.gov/heatsafety #NIHHIS #HeatSafety

If you are returning home after the recent tornadoes, be sure to listen to your local officials for updates. Stay clear of fallen power lines or broken utility lines. Check on your neighbors who may need extra help.

More tips: ready.gov/tornadoes#after

Are you ready to clean-up after this weekend's tornadoes?

☑️ Document all your damages before you start. Take photos & make a list.
✔️ Wear long pants, gloves, & boots.
❌ Do not try to remove heavy debris by yourself.

More tips ⤵️

Today kicks off the #NIHHIS #HeatSafety social media campaign. We're excited to raise awareness and share info on the dangers of heat and how to stay safe all week long. Stay tuned!

Act quickly and seek the best available refuge to stay safe and minimize impacts during a tornado.

🔗 ready.gov/tornadoes#duri…

#SevereWx

Happy #ArborDay ! 🌳

#DYK in addition to improving air quality, planting trees can reduce impacts of extreme heat and mitigate urban flooding?

BEFORE you explore the great outdoors, know what to do in case of an emergency.

Get started on your outdoor emergency plan with tips from @NPS ➡️ nps.gov/articles/gtgem…

#NationalParkWeek

If there is critical fire weather in your area, listen to your local officials and take immediate precautions to stay safe.

Pack your emergency go-bag with emergency supplies, know your evacuation routes, and remove flammable debris within 30 feet of your home.