<body><div><p><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=2g9D13_0vkgSQwM00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=2g9D13_0vkgSQwM00" width="1000" height="563" ></p><p>Emergency officials stress preparation is the key to staying safe in potential disasters. </p><br><br><a class="Link" href="https://www.cityofws.org/326/Emergency-Management-ReadyForsyth" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank"> ReadyForsyth </a> is a resource for residents to learn everything from local flood zones to how to find public shelters set up in case of emergencies. Here are a few items to include in your household emergency kit: <br><ul><li> Extra medication </li><li> First aid kit </li><li> Water (one gallon per person, per day) </li><li> Sanitation and personal hygiene supplies </li><li> Battery-powered flashlight + radio with extra batteries </li><li> Non-perishable food </li><li> Pet supplies </li></ul><nbtemplate data-id="AdPlaceholder" data-content="JTdCJTdE"></nbtemplate> Officials say stockpiling a few supplies at a time is a good way to keep costs reasonable and avoid panicking if you find yourself in an emergency situation. <br><br> First responders caution that phone lines and cell towers might not work during a disaster, which is why being prepared + alert is so important. You’ll still want to keep the Forsyth County non-emergency number handy — it’s 336-727-2222. </div></body>

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