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September is National Preparedness Month, if you're playing along with our Disaster Preparedness Bingo, here's some information to help you complete another square.
✅Ready-to-eat canned meats, fruits, vegetables and a can opener
✅Protein or fruit bars
✅Dry cereal…
Poor air quality, especially from wildfire smoke, can impact your lungs, heart, and overall health 🔥
Prolonged exposure can cause coughing, shortness of breath, chest pain, and even worsen chronic conditions like asthma or heart disease.
Protect yourself with these tips —
Wildfire smoke has pushed into southwest Wyoming and Utah. How long will it last? Here is a model simulation. Smoke will likely decrease for many places, expect it through Thursday. #utwx #wywx
Do you have an emergency plan for your pets?
Get them ready with resources from @ReadyGov!
http://www.ready.gov/pets
#NPM2024
During #NPM2024, include the needs of your pets as you prepare! Pack a kit with food, water, meds, and comfort items. Have up-to-date vaccination records on hand and pet-friendly shelter destinations in case of evacuation. For more tips, visit @Readygov ⬇️…
🔥Ahead of an approaching cold front, critical fire weather conditions are expected due to strong winds and low humidity. Most highlighted areas will be impacted Wednesday, though southeastern Utah will see impacts through Thursday. Please follow local fire restrictions!
Red Flag Warning 🚩
The National Weather Service in Salt Lake City has issued a Red Flag Warning for wind and low relative humidity, which is in effect from 11 AM Wednesday to midnight MDT Wednesday night.
According to @NOAA, a significant number of billion-dollar climate disasters — 28 in total — struck the U.S. in 2023. Preparedness is more important than ever. Make a plan with @Readygov to ensure your home and family are prepared for any situation. ⬇️
https://www.ready.gov/plan
Free Training:
@southsaltlake is hosting a training on family disaster planning. Learn how to prepare for emergencies and disasters.