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National Preparedness Month occurs each September to raise awareness and strengthen resilience against the effects of disasters and emergencies.

Preparedness for disasters takes prior planning. Here is valuable information to help you know what to do before, during and after an emergency.

Disasters can leave children and teens frightened, confused and insecure. They cannot adjust on their own when the people, places and routines they depend on for safety and wellbeing are affected by upheaval. Here's how to help them when disaster strikes.

VA Video Connect, My HealtheVet, and other virtual tools can help you access VA care in case of a hurricane or natural disaster.

Each September, we raise awareness about the importance of preparing for emergencies that can happen at any time with little or no warning. September 25-30 is the last week of the annual National Preparedness Month.

Information about hurricane season and what you can do to be ready. Make important decisions about your family's safety and prepare a plan now.

In this four-part series on VA Emergency Preparedness Simulation efforts, you will learn about simulation and emergency preparedness at VA.

Earthquakes and aftershocks can happen anywhere without warning and at any time of the year. All 50 states, five U.S. territories and the District of Columbia are at some risk. The info below can help you build out your earthquake preparedness kit and plans before the next one strikes. 

A four-part series on Department of Veteran Affairs Emergency Preparedness Simulation efforts through SimLEARN.

Whether the prediction is for a mild or active hurricane season, testing preparation plans and Being Prepared, Being Ready, is prudent.

Every year, the United States observes National Preparedness Month in September to remind Americans to be ready for any disaster that could affect them and their homes, communities and businesses. This month, we must each do our part — we must all prepare to protect

Children can suffer developmental and psychological setbacks following disaster or other emergencies. It's never too late to begin teaching preparedness!