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Char-Meck Emergency Management educates residents on responding to disasters

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Charlotte-Mecklenburg Emergency Management wants to make sure residents are ready in case a natural disaster hits.

Charlotte-Mecklenburg’s PrepareAthon! is a week-long event designed to promote awareness and educate people on what natural disasters could occur in communities, how to stay safe and how to provide help in the community.

There is a schedule of events and themes each day during the week that center around emergency preparedness.

Monday, April 24: Sign up for CharMeck Alerts

The CharMeck Alerts emergency notification system will send you warnings, evacuation information and other critical news via email, text or voicemail.

CLICK HERE to register for CharMeck Alerts. You can also download WSOC Weather app and get weather alerts sent straight to your phone.

Tuesday, April 25: Learn your flood risk

Standard homeowners insurance doesn’t cover flooding. Whether you’re a homeowner or renter, you’ll need a separate policy for flood insurance.

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Emergency Management is hosting a free flood workshop from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Central Piedmont Community College.

Wednesday, April 26: Develop an evacuation plan

Learn several evacuation routes from your home and business. CLICK HERE for more information on evacuation plans.

Attend a Personal Preparedness Workshop and learn what to put in a Ready Kit. Learn about fire hazards and safety at Charlotte Fire Headquarters, from 6 to 7:15 p.m. on 500 Dalton Avenue.

Thursday, April 27: Build your ready kit

In some emergencies, people may be instructed to or remain indoors until the danger passes. Residents should have enough supplies to last for at least three days, including non-perishable food, water, flashlight with extra batteries and first aid kit.

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Emergency Management Department will be live on Facebook to demonstrate what to put into a ready kit.

Friday, April 28: You are the help until help arrives

Life-threatening emergencies can happen fast, and emergency responders aren't always nearby. CLICK HERE for a new web-based training program that arms residents with simple actions that can be taken immediately in order to save a life.

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Emergency Management will be hosting a free Active Shooter Training from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Charlotte Fire Department Headquarters at 500 Dalton Avenue.

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