Preparedness
Preparedness
Public health preparedness exists to educate the community on personal and family preparedness in the event of emergencies. In the event of an emergency or disaster, it is important for every citizen to be prepared to care for themselves and their families for up to 72 hours by assembling a disaster kit and disaster plan.
CCHD’s preparedness coordinator is here to help you create a disaster plan, communication plan, or disaster kit. We can also present important programming on preparedness for your business, civic organization, or church.
Likely disasters in our area:
- Outbreak of communicable disease
- Food
- Fire
- Chemical spills/releases
- Earthquake
- Severe weather
Contact: Melissa Miller at (270) 887-4160 Ext. 133 or MelissaC.Miller@ky.gov for presentations or help with plans.
Four steps to get prepared:
Emergency preparedness starts with YOU! Make sure you and your family are prepared for potential emergencies or disasters that may occur.
Four steps to get prepared
- Make a plan
- Build a kit
- Know your neighbors
- Stay informed
Build Your Emergency Kit:
English – https://www.ready.gov/kit
Spanish – https://www.ready.gov/es/kit
Christian County Emergency Alerts
Sign up for emergency alerts! Christian County Alerts, provided by Christian County Emergency Management, provides local emergency alerts and notifications via phone call, text message, email, and social media!
Looking to get active in the community? Check out the Medical Reserve Corps! The MRC is a national program that utilizes local health and medical volunteers to strengthen public health, emergency responses, and community resiliency. Kentucky’s MRC is comprised of medical and non-medical personnel who volunteer their time and expertise to supplement existing public health resources during emergencies and at other times of community need. To serve your community as an MRC volunteer, please visit www.kentuckyhelps.com to register.
