The severe winter weather across many states is prompting individuals and organizations alike to make emergency preparedness a priority. The need for emergency kits is higher than ever before, but practicing how to use those skills and how to carry out plans for emergencies is just as important. That’s where a disaster preparedness class may come in handy, and they’re being offered by various chapters of the American Red Cross. WVUA reports:
The American Red Cross holds disaster preparedness classes and has plenty of flyers with information. Robyn Alexander, a volunteer at the West Alabama Chapter of the American Red Cross, said safety comes down to practice, and like the saying goes, practice makes perfect.
Alexander advised people to have a plan in place for severe weather and to have drills at their home to make sure everyone knows what to do. “Keep repeating it, just keep practicing as a family,” Alexander explained, “that way, if something should happen, instead of being so stressed out and so worried, you’ll be calm. You’ll have all your resources together.”
Is a chapter of the American Red Cross in your area holding a disaster preparedness class? It may be worth attending, even if you’re charged for the course.