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Today marks the start of National Preparedness Month, a month that focuses on informing the public on the importance of taking the initiative to prepare for emergencies that can affect their homes, businesses and communities. Miami-Dade Fire Rescue (MDFR) and the Miami-Dade Office of Emergency Management(OEM) will mark this occasion by utilizing social media all month long to assist South Florida residents with their efforts to prepare in case of a disaster. ''We are now in the historical peak of the Atlantic Hurricane Season,'' said Miami-Dade Office of Emergency Management Director, Curt Sommerhoff. ''If you have not yet done so please Get A Kit – Make A Plan – Stay Informed!'' Another good way to stay informed is by registering with Miami-Dade Alerts. Residents of Miami-Dade County who enroll in this alerting system can receive SMS (text) messages and/or emails providing emergency and public safety information such as weather advisories including tornado and tropical storm/hurricane warnings. To subscribe to Miami-Dade Alerts, please sign up at: www.miamidade.gov/alerts. Standard message and data rates may apply as defined in the user’s wireless-service rate plan. The Office of Emergency Management has produced an educational video in three languages, in an effort to keep residents informed about disaster preparedness. Follow our social media efforts: For more information, please contact MDFR’s Public Affairs Bureau at 786-331-5200.
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COMMUNITY INFORMATION AND OUTREACH
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9300 N.W. 41str Street Miami, Florida 33178
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(786) 331-5200
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