With Hurricane Issac headed for the Gulf Coast and the start of National Preparedness Month just days away,  this is a good time for a reminder that Ready.gov has tips and tools from the Federal Emergency Management Agency for creating your family emergency plan, getting an emergency kit and taking other steps to prepare.

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) developed ready.gov ro provide a centralized resource for information about disaster preparedness. Residents without Internet access can call 1-800-BE-READY (237-3239).

Be informed. Make a plan. Ready.gov can help.

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