Governors across the United States are warning residents to prepare for winter related emergencies. This includes homeowners getting their homes ready for winter, making sure they able to stay warm, and then helping their neighbors who need help getting prepared. For example, Governor Brian Schweitzer has issued a call to action for Montanans to prepare for the winter months.
“I’ve issued a call to service to be winter ready because we know Montana winters are rough and we need to be prepared,” he said. “So, we have something called warm hearts warm homes. In particular we want to help people who need a little extra help.”
First Lady Nancy Schweitzer is asking residents to help neighbors by donating coats. The One Warm Coat Drive has already collected nearly 4,000 coats.
It’s a great idea to encourage neighbors to help them get prepared. Going beyond just giving out coats should be a part of your emergency preparedness plans. For example, do you have an extra car kit or home survival kit to share with elderly neighbors or the poor? Make sure you have the kits you need for your household, and then get extra. You can be both charitable and prepared for emergencies.
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