It’s officially spooky season!  As the leaves begin to change colors and Halloween approaches, there’s no better time to make sure you’re prepared for the unexpected, because when it comes to emergencies, we’d much rather have treats than tricks!

Our October edition of the Peoria Co. Emergency Management Agency Newsletter, The Emergency Connection is here, packed with practical information, preparedness insights, and a few timely lessons from the world of disaster response. 

Inside this month’s newsletter:

  • FEMA Core Capabilities – We’re continuing our look at FEMA’s Core Capabilities and how they help communities prepare for, respond to, recover from, and mitigate disasters.
  • Debris Management – Disasters can leave behind much more than memories. This month, we continue exploring debris management and the important role it plays in an effective disaster response and recovery.
  • Reel Response: Deepwater Horizon – Grab the popcorn! This month’s Reel Response looks at the movie Deepwater Horizon and examines disaster response through the lens of a major industrial incident.
  • Community Dependencies – No community operates in isolation. This section looks at the systems, services, organizations, and resources that communities depend on and how understanding those connections can strengthen resilience.
  • Wisdom of Preparedness – A little preparedness wisdom can go a long way.

So, while you’re checking your Halloween decorations, stocking up on candy, and preparing for trick-or-treaters, take a few minutes to prepare for the real-life “what ifs,” too.  Because the scariest emergency is the one you’re not prepared for.  A little preparedness today can make a big difference when tomorrow brings the unexpected.

Stay safe, stay prepared, and have a spook-tacular October!

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