Ready: Preparing our Communities for Emergencies
Thursday, July 23, 2026
2 - 3 pm
The 2026 hurricane season has begun, with peak season from mid-August to late October. It is important to plan for weather-related emergencies before they happen to help your family and community cope during and after the storm. This free virtual session will cover easy free or low-cost ways to prepare for this and other weather-related emergencies.
This Session Will Cover:
- 4 simple steps to disaster planning
- How to create a low-cost basic emergency kit
- Ways to minimize the degree of loss or harm
- How to protect your home, and other assets
- Financial preparedness for a disaster
- Lots of free electronic guides, resources, and information.
Register by July 21st to be eligible to win emergency supplies
For more information, or to plan an in-person or virtual workshop for your group, please call (252) 459-9810 or email traci_dixon@ncsu.edu.
