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Childcare centers nurture and protect the most vulnerable in our society. There are a variety of childcare centers, from simple drop-in childcare to exclusive preschool learning centers. Many states require childcare centers to have an emergency plan in place. The Federal Emergency Management Administration encourages every center that works with children to have an emergency plan and emergency supplies on hand to care for their charges.
An emergency can happen at any time and the better prepared you are the less likely you and your family are likely to suffer injuries or death. Like the old saying goes, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Planning ahead can mean the difference between life and death for you and your family.
In a world where earthquakes and other national catastrophes seem to be occurring with increased frequency and the threat of terrorism and man-made disasters loom, emergency preparedness is something individuals and families should take seriously. Being prepared for any type of emergency or crisis that may strike is the key to your personal survival and that of your family.
The smoke alarm goes off. An earthquake strikes. The unexpected can be very frightening. But if you have an emergency plan in place, you can minimize the fear and protect your family. Set some basic rules and you'll find that even when the unexpected strikes, you are prepared.
