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Press Release

Patterson Declares September as National Preparedness Month

Waterford, MI, September 1, 2009 - Oakland County Executive L. Brooks Patterson and homeland security officials are encouraging citizens to make sure, their families and co-workers are prepared in case of an unforeseen emergency or disaster. As a result, Patterson has designated September as National Preparedness Month in Oakland County.

"This is an especially good time for individuals, families, businesses, schools and communities to refocus their attention and rededicate their efforts to making sure they are adequately prepared for any kind of emergency," Patterson said.

The Oakland County Homeland Security Division along with Oakland County Citizen Corps programs is a member of the National Preparedness Month Coalition for the sixth consecutive year. They are focusing their efforts on supporting activities that better equip local communities, schools, special needs population and people with disabilities to deal with all kinds of emergency situations including severe thunderstorms that may block roadways and cause power outages or transportation accidents and hazardous materials incidents which may require protective actions to be taken like evacuation or shelter-in-place.

Preparedness steps include putting together an emergency supply kit, developing a family or workplace communication plan, conducting drills and exercises to practice emergency response plans, being informed, and getting involved by volunteering.

Patterson also took the opportunity to praise and salute first responders such as local police officers, firefighters and emergency medical services personnel for their dedication and heroism in protecting the lives and property of all citizens.

The following websites are recommended for additional information
and downloadable materials on-line:


U.S. Department of Homeland Security
www.ready.gov

Oakland County Homeland Security Division
www.oakgov.com/erp

Oakland County Health Division � Emergency Preparedness
www.oakgov.com/health

State of Michigan
www.michigan.gov/michiganprepares

American Red Cross
www.redcross.org

For more information, please contact Oakland County Homeland Security Division at 248-858-5300