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  1. Monitoring large storm in the Bering. Multiple coastal flood warnings in place. More at http://www.arh.noaa.gov.
  2. Amber Alert Canceled After Police Find Missing Girl http://bit.ly/3UULFD
  3. Besides www.ready.Alaska.gov, check out www.fema.gov or www.redcross.org for additional information on becoming and staying prepared.
  4. Do you want to be more active in helping your community become prepared? Contact your local Citizen Corps program. www.citizencorps.gov
  5. Today the State of Alaska, DHS&EM unveils the new Mobile Emergency Operations Center. See picture at: http://yfrog.com/3dkz4j
  6. State Emergency Managers attend the Fall Preparedness Conference held at the Sheraton Hotel in downtown Anchorage starting tomorrow, 9/28.
  7. How will your family connect to one another after a disaster? Develop a Family Communication Plan before a disaster. www.ready.alaska.gov
  8. Teach family members how to shut off water, gas, and electricity at your house's main switches as a part of your Family Emergency Plan.
  9. When creating your Family Emergency Plan, meet with household members to discuss various potential dangers and how to respond to each.
  10. The Alaska Peninsula, Kodiak Island, Kenai Peninsula, and Cook Inlet areas have recently experienced periods of volcanic ash fall.
  11. Volcanic ash can damage the lungs of small infants, the very old and infirm, or those already suffering from respiratory illnesses.
  12. Since 1700, at least 41 volcanoes in Alaska have erupted, some of these as many as 25 times. Be aware of the dangers of volcanic ash fall!
  13. Other common sense steps to stop the spread of germs: Cover coughs & sneezes with tissue; and stay away from others if you are already sick.
  14. Today is the Mat-Su Preparedness Fair being held at the Mat-Su College. Meet your Local Emergency Planners and receive great information!
  15. Common sense steps to stop the spread of germs, first step: Wash hands frequently with soap and warm water or waterless hand cleaner.
  16. Stay informed about pandemic influenza and be prepared to respond. Consult: www.pandemicflu.alaska.gov for updates on State information.
  17. When creating your Emergency Survival Kit, don't forget about your pets. You should include the same supply of food and water for them.
  18. Due to greater distances in our supply chains, DHS&EM recommends you maintain a 7-day Emergency Survival kit. Go to: www.ready.alaska.gov
  19. There are three ways to treat questionable drinking water. Boil, chlorinate, and distillation. For more information go to: www.ready.gov
  20. When disaster strikes don't get stuck in the dark. Keep flashlights with fresh batteries in your emergency survival kit.