(Fond du Lac) Fond du Lac County Emergency Management Director John Ross says following 9/11 the Federal Emergency Management Agency saw a need for being better prepared, that’s why September is designated as National Preparedness Month.
Ross says emergencies can include fire, natural disasters, technology related incidents, a hazardous materials release, or cyber-attack. He says in the event of a disaster local government officials partner with agencies like the American Red Cross, Salvation Army, and United Way, but individuals and families also need to plan and prepare.
He recommends making a plan, having an emergency kit, and keeping informed during emergencies.
