Preparedness is an ongoing process. We all have to begin the process, and once begun, routine maintenance is important.

So, since we’re all facing the same regional hazards, why not face them together as a community? It would be great if we could all create a prepared household at the same time.

Welcome to the North Coast CERT 26-week Disaster Preparedness planner. Each week, we’ll offer you a list of things to purchase and to-do items to follow. By the end of 26 weeks, you’ll not only have a disaster supply kit in place, but you’ll also have a household disaster plan defined as well.

So stay tuned to North Coast CERT. Beginning January 2, 2012, we’ll start the 26-week disaster preparedness plan. And when we get to July, we start over again this time focusing on maintaining your supplies and plan.

Think of it as a regional plan where all of your neighbors are taking the same steps as you.

As a community, we can take these necessary steps ahead of time to mitigate the hazards we face.