Be Ready Utah: A campaign to promote and inform Utah residents about emergency preparedness.

Be Ready Utah

cash disaster emergency...
Rikki Meece

Cash is king after a natural disaster or similar emergency, so have some!

Learn about how much cash money you should have in an emergency (in what increments) and some cool, even surprising ways, to save it.
2 years ago
Utah insulin program...
Dan Bammes

Making sure you have your medications in an emergency

Having your special medications ready in an emergency should be part of your planning.
2 years ago
seismic retrofit earthquake prep...
Curt Gresseth

Keep these things in your car in case of emergency

An emergency preparedness expert recommends you keep at least these things in your vehicle at all times: a first-aid kit, water, and a flashlight.
2 years ago
Document storage is critical for emergency preparation....
Curt Gresseth

Prep for an emergency by keeping your documents safe, says expert

Keep your documents in a safe place, like a safety deposit box, and have copies of emergency numbers in your purse or wallet.
2 years ago
A woman looks at her flooded basement....
Curt Gresseth

Expert gives tips on preventing a flooded-basement emergency

One way to prevent a flooded basement is to check for water pooling outside the tank of the water heater.
2 years ago
carbon monoxide poisoning...
Amanda Dickson

Close carbon monoxide call has fire department saying, “check your detectors”

After carbon monoxide poisoning left four West Haven residents ill, the e
2 years ago
emergency kits are a vital part of preparedness for families...
Curt Gresseth

How families should prepare for an emergency at home or away

Do you have an emergency reunification plan ready for your loved ones? Two experts share tips on what to do when disaster strikes while at home or away.
2 years ago
Food storage is an essential part of emergency planning....
Kira Hoffelmeyer

How to prepare for an emergency when you’re not really into it

You don't have to be worried about a zombie apocalypse to prepare for an emergency. It's as simple as gathering items from around your house.
2 years ago
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Simone Seikaly

How to stay calm and focused in any emergency, large or small

Whether the emergency is a power outage or an earthquake, preparedness and communication will help keep your mind calm and focused.
2 years ago