TEMA teams up with ETSU to promote emergency preparedness
Earlier this month, the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency stopped by East Tennessee State University to help Bucky build a kit to better prepare for a natural disaster or emergency.
The collaboration is part of National Preparedness Month in Tennessee, recognized by Gov. Bill Lee. The September campaign serves as a reminder that a disaster can happen at any time.
TEMA, as well as officials at ETSU, offer a range of tips to help everyone be prepared in the event of an emergency:
- Make a plan: Having an emergency plan ahead of time is important. That means having a conversation now is critical. Discussing any specific needs, from dietary restrictions to special medications, that you or your family have is crucial.
- Build a kit: Officials recommend a gallon of water per person and pet, non-perishable food, a flashlight, extra batteries, a whistle and more.
- Be informed: Having a general sense of the disasters that could strike your area is key. Ensure, too, that you are signed up for emergency alerts.
A more comprehensive list is available here.
For students, faculty and staff, ETSU has a safety app that is available for download on Apple and Android devices. The app has many services, including access to emergency plans for disasters such as tornadoes, active shooters and more.
“At ETSU, our Public Safety, Emergency Management, and Environmental Health and Safety Departments remain focused on keeping faculty, staff, and students safe,” said Jeremy Ross, ETSU’s Chief Operating Officer. “The university has resources in place to deploy in the event of a disaster. A great starting point for anyone on our campus is to download the ETSU app.”
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East Tennessee State University was founded in 1911 with a singular mission: to improve the quality of life for people in the region and beyond. Through its world-class health sciences programs and interprofessional approach to health care education, ETSU is a highly respected leader in rural health research and practices. The university also boasts nationally ranked programs in the arts, technology, computing, and media studies. ETSU serves approximately 14,000 students each year and is ranked among the top 10 percent of colleges in the nation for students graduating with the least amount of debt.
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