Ready in 3 is an easy way to learn how to prepare for an emergency. Ready in 3 includes these three steps: 1) Make a plan for you, your family, and your business. 2) Make a kit for home, car, and work. 3) Listen for information about what to do and where to go during an actual emergency. Just as local, state, and federal agencies have created and practiced plans to protect the public, you must also take steps to prepare for emergencies. The Ready in 3 materials provide you with information you can use to plan ahead. Being prepared can help protect your family. Ready in 3 materials are available in English, Spanish and Somali Planning for Emergencies Booklet This booklet provides clear information on preparing for emergencies and creating emergency kits for your home, car, and work. Family Communications Card Use this pocket-sized card to keep important information and phone numbers. These cards should be given to every member of the family and can fit easily into a purse, wallet, or backpack. Shelter in Place Card In an emergency it may be dangerous to evacuate if there are harmful agents or materials in the air. You may be told to find shelter indoors wherever you are. This is called Shelter-In-Place. The Shelter-in-Place Card provides simple instructions about how to take shelter indoors. It also provides steps to take if you do need to evacuate. Biological, Chemical and Radiological Emergency Threats The Biological, Chemical and Radiological Emergency Threats pamphlet provides information on the effects of specific emergency threats and what you can do to prepare yourself and your family. Please share this information with family, friends, and neighbors. Additional information on emergency preparedness can be found on the Columbus Health Department's Emergency Preparedness page.
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