There are multiple ways for you to stay informed before, during, and after an emergency. Planning ahead can ensure you have the resources you need to stay safe and calm when disaster strikes.
Step 1: Make a Plan
For yourself
The comprehensive CT Ready! Personal Preparedness Guide helps organize necessary information, including special considerations if you are older or have a disability.
For caregivers
Three essential steps—assessing needs, engaging a support network, and creating a plan—can help caregivers feel more prepared and in control when disaster strikes. Find more guidance for caregivers here.
For your pet or service animal
Although important family members, many public shelters and hotels do not allow pets. Identify a safe place where you can take your pets before disasters and emergencies happen. Plan with neighbors, friends, or relatives to make sure that someone is available to care for or evacuate your pets if you are unable to do so. Find more tips for your pet or service animal here.
Step 2: Gather Supplies
Basic emergency kit
See page 10 of the CT Ready! Guide for a helpful supply checklist.
What about my specific care needs?
Consider your daily routine and how it might be impacted by a disaster. For instance, you may not have access to a medical facility or even a drugstore for several days. Find more tips for specific care needs here.
Step 3: Stay Informed
CT Prepares Mobile App
The CTPrepares Mobile App provides real-time information and alerts in emergency situations and incorporates text messaging, email, and social networking, as well as allows residents to communicate with family members during an emergency. Receive notifications including emergency news, state office closings, and public safety messages. Download the CTPrepares mobile app.
Alerts by email or text easier?
For those without a smartphone, sign up to receive alerts by email and text.