September is National Preparedness month, every individual is encouraged to take the time to make contingency plans and procedures to stay safe during possible disasters. It is vital to have a plan laid out in advance on how to get to a safe place, how to make contact with separated loved ones, as well as how to meet back together. Planning ahead can ensure families know what to do, as well as have the supplies needed to be safe during any situation. For more information on how to be prepared and how to take action to be prepared, visit www.Ready.gov. (U.S. Air Force photo illustration by Airman 1st Class Rachel Loftis)
It is important to know disasters can strike at any time, so it is vital to plan how to get to a safe place, how to make contact with separated loved ones, and how to meet back together. According to Ready.gov, it is important to identify an emergency contact, such as a friend or relative who lives out-of-state, as a point of contact. It may be easier to make a long-distance phone call than trying to call across town during a disaster. Ready.gov also states, every family member should know the phone number of the family’s emergency contact, and has either a cell phone, change for a pay phone or prepaid phone card to use, if needed. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Rachel Loftis)
Many emergencies and disasters occur without warning. It is hard to predict where a person will be during a disaster, so it is important to have contingency plans and supplies in frequently visited locations. Planning ahead can ensure members of a household will know what to do as well as have the supplies needed in any situation. According to Ready.gov, developing plans for different locations requires getting key information about the organization or building manager’s emergency plans. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Rachel Loftis)
September is National Preparedness Month, and it is important to know disasters can happen without warning. There are precautions that should be taken to stay safe during possible disasters. It is vital to have a plan laid out in advance on how to get to a safe place, how to contact a separated family member, and how to rally back together. It is also important to have plans and supplies for locations that are regularly visited such as schools, daycare providers, workplaces and neighborhood buildings. Individuals are encouraged to plan ahead and stay safe. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Rachel Loftis)
Nellis AFB hosts National Night Out
Rapid Sustainment Office demonstrates new digital binder application for reducing aircraft maintenance time
General officers forge flying proficiency at Nellis
WEPTAC 2026 sharpens tactics for future conflict
ACC hosts C2 Summit to forge warfighter-driven solutions for the future fight
