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Preparedness

Staff members from HSEM continually look at the various threats to the state and develop preparedness guidance and response plans to address them.

Disaster and emergency planning is not the responsibility of one agency, it is whole community approach. 

The pages in this section offer information about state emergency planning and preparedness programs as well as resources to help citizens, organizations, businesses and communities become better prepared to avoid and overcome the effects of a disaster.

Business emergency preparedness

Business owners, nonprofit leaders, and staff can do a lot to prepare for the most likely hazards they may face in the workplace. Ready Business helps you to create a preparedness plan to get ready for what comes next.

Community preparedness

This page discusses community preparedness organizations, such as the American Red Cross, which offer a variety of classes.

National Preparedness Month

National Preparedness Month is an annual awareness campaign that emphasizes the importance of emergency preparedness and educates the public on best practices.

Be Ready for Disaster

Personal and family preparedness includes being ready for emergencies at home, in your car, at work, the cabin, or anywhere else you spend time. There are four easy steps.

Volunteer opportunities

Organizations that provide volunteer opportunities in your communities.

Access and functional needs

Learn more about HSEM's work to plan and prepare for Minnesotans with access and functional needs.