Disaster Preparedness

I know that the Upstate SC/NC region is not going to get the brunt of the "Frankenstorm," but some of you still work in the areas affected and we WILL have need to be prepared for future events, even if it is just our "house business."  Most of you know I am on the SBA staff to respond to declared federal disasters.  I receive various alerts and emails from time to time, and I just got one I want to share with you:

Prepare Your Business for Hurricane Sandy with Our Checklist

Did you know that 40% of businesses do not open after a disaster? Now is the time to prepare your business for Hurricane Sandy. We have tips to get you started. > Print our hurricane preparedness checklist [PDF] > SBA.gov/Prepare

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If you know someone who might be impacted by Hurricane Sandy, please share this message.

No Hurricane In Your Area?

If your business is not at risk of a hurricane, you should still prepare for emergencies and natural disasters. Check out these critical preparedness tools:

• How to set up a crisis communications plan for your business
• Enroll in the Red Cross’ Ready Rating Program
• Visit Ready.gov/Business for information from our partners at FEMA

Register Now for Free Winter Weather Preparedness Webinar

As we look ahead to the Winter Weather Season, now is the time to prepare for the threats posed by colder temperatures and frozen precipitation. Join the SBA and co-sponsor Agility Recovery as we share the long range winter weather forecast for our nation, as well as practical, applicable tips and best practices to mitigate the risks posed by winter weather.

• November 13, 2012
• 2pm ET

> Register now