Crime & Safety
Barrow County Emergency Officials Remind Residents to Be Prepared
September is National Preparedness Month.
Barrow County Emergency Services wants you to be prepared in the event disaster strikes.
“No one enjoys thinking about large scale disasters and unexpected events,” said Emergency Management Coordinator Penny Clack in a released statement. “However, the reality is that disasters can and do happen right here is Barrow County. The good news is you have the ability to help your family make it safely through natural disasters, pandemic outbreaks and terrorist’s attacks by preparing today.”
September is National Preparedness Month and officials encourage citizens to take the following steps to prepare for a natural or manmade disaster:
- Create a ready kit with emergency supplies.
- Sign up to receive weather alerts at home and at work.
- Develop a disaster preparedness plan with specific information regarding how to contact family members if separated during a disaster.
For more information, contact Penny Clack at 770-307-2987 or pclack@barrowga.org. You can also follow the Barrow County Emergency Services Facebook page for tips throughout the year.
Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.
