Under Secretary of Emergency Preparedness and Response Michael D. Brown:
Michael D. Brown is the first Under Secretary of Emergency Preparedness and Response in the newly created Department of Homeland Security. Mr. Brown coordinates federal disaster relief activities, and initiates proactive mitigation activities.
Find out which counties have been designated for assistance following recent disaster declarations.
For Citizens
''Are You Ready? A Guide to Citizen Preparedness'' is the most comprehensive guide to personal emergency preparedness published by FEMA. 'Are You Ready?'' brings together facts on disaster survival techniques, disaster-specific information, and how to prepare for and respond to both natural and man-made disasters. The guide provides a step-by-step outline on how to prepare a disaster supply kit, emergency planning for people with disabilities, how to locate and evacuate to a shelter, and even contingency planning for family pets. The guide details opportunities for every citizen to become involved in safeguarding their neighbors and communities through FEMA's Citizen Corps initiative and Community Emergency Response Team training program. Copies of ''Are You Ready? A Guide to Citizen Preparedness'' are available through the FEMA Publications warehouse (1.800.480.2520), FEMA publication H-34, or online at:
''The Emergency Management Guide for Business and Industry'' is a step-by-step approach to emergency planning, response and recovery for companies of all sizes. The guide is sponsored by a Public-Private Partnership with FEMA, and is supported by a number of private companies and associations representing business and industry. (The approaches described in the guide are recommendations, not regulations. There are no reporting requirements, nor will following these principles ensure compliance with any Federal, State or local codes or regulations that may apply to your facility.) View and download a copy of ''The Emergency Management Guide for Business and Industry'' online at:
Mega Search
