Emergency

Essential Technology to Have During Natural Disasters

"Free apps and affordable gadgets can help before and after extreme weather."

"Given the frequency and intensity of natural disasters these days, chances are it’s a case of when — not if — extreme weather will affect your life.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) says emergency preparedness is critical to help protect your family, your home and your belongings from a myriad of threats, such as wildfires, drought, floods, hurricanes and tornadoes."

“We encourage everyone to be prepared year-round for any disaster, hazard or climate event,” says Jaclyn Rothenberg, FEMA’s director of public affairs. “Know what disasters and hazards could affect your area, how to get emergency alerts and where to go if you and your family need to evacuate.” Rothenberg says this requires having an evacuation plan and practicing it often.

"Technology can play an essential role in emergency preparedness with helpful apps and gadgets to get you through a natural disaster."

For more information, check the website for this 2022 article from AARP.

Veterinary Emergency Group

PET EMERGENCY AND URGENT CARE IN CHANDLER, AZ

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OPEN 24/7, EVEN HOLIDAYS!

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Sometimes it’s obvious when your pet needs immediate help. But sometimes they just seem “off.” That’s where Veterinary Emergency Group comes in. From vomiting to complex surgeries, we treat emergency and urgent care needs for all kinds of pets—even avians and exotics!

• Discover the VEG difference, with our open floor plan hospitals, pet-parent participation, and an emergency-focused team that’s always ready to expect the unexpected.
  
  Our Chandler pet emergency hospital is located within minutes of Mesa, Phoenix, Scottsdale, and Tempe. VEG Chandler is accessible via N. Weber Drive and W. Ray Road.
  
  Parking for our Chandler pet hospital is convenient, with a large lot, an accessible parking space near our front door, and a graduated incline for wheelchair navigation.
  
  If you need assistance getting your pet into the hospital, call ahead and our staff will meet you at the door to help. At VEG, you’ll see a doctor right away and stay with your pet throughout diagnosis and treatment.
  
  WALK IN FOR:
  
  Emergencies - high-quality, trusted care for when the unexpected happens.
  
  Urgent care - for injuries or illnesses that simply cannot wait.
  
  dDagnostics + testing - only the tests needed so we can make informed diagnoses.
  
  Surgery - a high-quality surgeon is on site for emergency operations.
  
  Point-of-care ultrasound - non-invasive imaging to examine soft tissue that x-rays don’t show.
  
  X-rays - helps us see fractures, stones, foreign ingestions, and more.
  
  End-of-life care - comfortable, compassionate care during the most difficult time.
  
  Treatment + hospitalization - care starts right away; if your pet needs to stay overnight, you can too.

Arizona Emergency Information Network (AzEIN)

The State of Arizona's official source for emergency updates, preparedness advice and hazards information, and related resources.

Use this site for comprehensive information regarding all forms of emergency and extreme weather conditions in the State of Arizona.

PENS - PINAL EMERGENCY NOTIFICATION SYSTEM

Want to be notified in case of an emergency? Be sure to register for the Pinal Emergency Notification System (PENS). PENS allows law enforcement, fire, public health, or emergency management officials to notify you in times of crisis or if immediate action is needed. You can also specify if you need special assistance. There is no cost to register, and it could make all the difference in a time of emergency.

Once you register, you can sign up to choose how you would like to be contacted in an emergency. You can also decide which events you would like to be notified of, such as flood, fire, or weather.

Are you ready to be a lifeline?

Life Line CPR & Safety Training

At Life Line we are committed to teaching CPR and safety training to people of all ages and professions in Pinal county and surrounding areas. We offer classes held at convenient locations throughout Pinal County, and can travel to your business or home for private group training

Preparedness - National Fire Protection Association

The National Fire Protection Association is the leading information and knowledge resource on fire, electrical and related hazards.

This website provides extensive information on potential hazards from electrical devices and sources. It provides excellent recommendations on how to protect your family and property from many forms of electrical hazards, including e-bikes, seasonal fire hazards, smoke alarms, home escape and lithium batteries.

The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) is a global self-funded nonprofit organization, established in 1896, devoted to eliminating death, injury, property and economic loss due to fire, electrical and related hazards.

Preparing Makes Sense for Older Americans: Get Ready Now.

In the case of an emergency or a disaster, older Americans need to be prepared in advance to be sure that they have the resources, knowledge and support needed to survive. This PDF from Ready.gov addresses preparing a kit of emergency supplies, making a plan and being informed about what might happen. Download this guide and begin your preparations.