Hurricane, evacuation, disaster and emergency preparedness campaigns have consistently stressed the importance of individual and family self-sufficiency for a period lasting anywhere from three days to one week following a disaster or major emergency. However, we have recently seen that being prepared for at least two weeks would be a better scenario. During these types of situations, law enforcement, fire rescue and emergency medical service responders will likely be overwhelmed, understaffed and unable to meet the demands for emergency assistance.

An organized and structured Neighborhood Preparedness Program can be very effective in meeting the critical first needs of participating community members. We strongly encourage those involved in community or neighborhood watch programs to implement a structured and organized emergency preparedness plan.

To assist you in this important endeavor, BrevardWatch has developed guides to help in outlining strategic steps you can take to organize your neighborhood emergency preparedness plan. The below links will take you through various steps, information and tips so you can better prepare your family and your neighborhood.

Planning For Disaster:
  Overview, Guide and Resources

Neighborhood Guide to Emergency Preparedness:
  Overview, Guide and Resources
  Emergency Preparedness Action Outline
  Self-Assessment Checklist
  Emergency Preparedness Checklist
  Emergency Supply Checklist
  26 Weeks to Family Preparedness
  Brevard County Emergency Phone Numbers
  Tips for Pet Owners

Emergency Preparedness for Disabled Persons:
  Tips for persons with disabilities
  Tips for Hearing Impaired persons
  Tips for Visually Impaired persons
  Tips for Speech Impaired persons
  Tips for Mobility Impaired persons
  Tips for Cognitive Disability persons