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Prepare for potential emergencies using this local resource

ReadyForsyth can help you stay calm and safe during disasters.

Open suitcase with various supplies laid out on a table representing items you need in an emergency.

Packing your emergency kit in a suitcase will make everything portable and easy to store.

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Emergency officials stress preparation is the key to staying safe in potential disasters.

ReadyForsyth is a resource for residents to learn everything from local flood zones to how to find public shelters set up in case of emergencies. Here are a few items to include in your household emergency kit:

  • Extra medication
  • First aid kit
  • Water (one gallon per person, per day)
  • Sanitation and personal hygiene supplies
  • Battery-powered flashlight + radio with extra batteries
  • Non-perishable food
  • Pet supplies

Officials say stockpiling a few supplies at a time is a good way to keep costs reasonable and avoid panicking if you find yourself in an emergency situation.
First responders caution that phone lines and cell towers might not work during a disaster, which is why being prepared + alert is so important. You’ll still want to keep the Forsyth County non-emergency number handy — it’s 336-727-2222.

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