| Emergency Preparedness
It doesn't matter if the emergency is natural or man-made, there are several steps you can take to prepare yourself.
Severe Weather
Tornadoes and severe weather in Ohio are dangerous, costly and sometimes unpredictable. Keeping you and those close to you safe during severe weather requires education and preparation. Here are some facts to consider:
- In the United States last year, there were 1,630 tornadoes and 125 reported deaths.
- Several billion dollars in damages was caused last year in the southeast and midwest from severe weather.
- Tornadoes are most likely to occur in Ohio from April through July – between the hours of 2 and 10 p.m., but tornadoes – and severe weather that spawns them – can occur any time, any place..
The Ohio Department of Health offers these safety tips to help keep you and your family safe this severe weather season. Follow the links before for information on the topic.
Preparing Your Household
All of us face the possibility of natural disasters, accidents, power outages or intentional acts to disrupt our daily lives. There are easy steps you can take now to better protect yourself and your family in the future. Learn More about the three steps to (1) Get a kit, (2) Make a plan and (3) Be informed with information from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
Last Updated: 3/31/09
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