Muhlenberg County Health Department
Community Preparedness & MRC
Emergencies can happen with little to no warning, help your family prepare for when disaster strikes.
Families should work together to build a kit so their family can survive for the first 72 hours following a disaster because it may take a while for help to arrive. This includes basic items such as fresh water, medications, food, and more. See https://www.ready.gov/kit to get started.
Stay safe with weather alerts when you are on the go: https://www.fema.gov/mobile-app .
The Western Ky Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) is a part of a nationwide group of medical and non-medical volunteers who assist public health by graciously donating their time and expertise. They serve to improve the health and safety of our communities during disasters and non-emergency events. Learn more at https://www.kentuckyhelps.com .
DISASTER CHECKLIST
The potential disasters in the Muhlenberg County area include:
5. Severe weather including thunderstorms, ice storms, tornadoes, extreme heat
There are many resources available to help you learn more and start your kit today.
https://www.redcross.org/get-help/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies.html
https://kyem.ky.gov/Preparedness/Pages/default.aspx