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Preparedness Resource Hub
Use the path that fits your household today. Find free SWC tools, practical guidance, and official emergency sources without sorting through fear-based information.
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Find clear before, during, and after steps for common household disruptions.
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Start Here Preparedness Checklist
Assess people, communication, power, food, water, medication, documents, and your first practical gap.
Get the Start Here checklistPower Outage Household Checklist
Prepare lighting, charging, food safety, medical needs, temperature, communication, and generator safety.
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Tell Coach Dex what you are preparing for, what concerns you most, and where you need clear guidance.
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The 5-Minute Saturday Safety Check
Preparedness becomes easier when it is a small household habit instead of one giant project.
- 1Open My Household Plan.
- 2Review one guide that matters this week.
- 3Fix one missing item, contact, or plan.
- 4Check it off and stop for the day.
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Official emergency resources
During an active emergency, always follow local public safety officials, emergency management, utility providers, and appropriate authorities.
Ready.govPlanning and preparedness guidance from the U.S. government.↗National Weather ServiceOfficial weather forecasts, warnings, and safety information.↗FEMAFederal disaster assistance and emergency management resources.↗American Red CrossEmergency preparedness, response, shelter, and recovery resources.↗CDC Emergency PreparednessPublic health guidance for emergencies and disasters.↗
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