September 19, 2006
Emergency Preparedness Workshop for Seniors
In today’s world severe weather and terrorism are realities, creating situations when you might need to leave your home. There is no such thing as being too prepared. A workshop will be held Wednesday, September 27, 2006, 10 a.m.-11a.m. at the Senior Center, Edgerton St., Darien. The workshop is being offered by Troop 53 Darien Boy Scouts and sponsored by The Darien Unit of the Salvation Army, Darien Red Cross and Darien Social Services. The first 50 senior citizens to arrive at the presentation will receive a free Salvation Army emergency kit. (One per family). Any questions contact Harry Gray Darien Boy Scouts, Troop 53, 203-246-5738 or 203 655-3581. E-mail: harrydgray@gmail.com
Submitted by the Town of Darien.
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September 16, 2006
Emergency Preparedness Begins Today
Emergency Preparedness Week is a time for residents to educate themselves about how to deal with various types of disasters. Businesses and organizations throughout town are providing information and the Darien Library is hosting an Emergency Preparedness display. There will also be special programs during the week.
This week, all homes in Darien will receive copies of "The Town of Darien Preparedness Guide: Things You Need to Know and Do in An Emergency" (thanks to the Stamford Advocate). The Preparedness Guide is also available on the Darien Red Cross website. The Guide contains information about how to handle common emergencies such as storms and extreme temperatures as well as disasters such as terrorism and pandemic flu.
Tropical Storm Ernesto reminded us of the need to be ready for severe storms and other emergencies. Take time this week to discuss how you will prepare for an emergency with your family, neighbors, and co-workers.
Emergency Preparedness Week is sponsored by the Town of Darien, Darien Red Cross, the Community Fund of Darien, and Darien EMS- Post 53.
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December 09, 2005
Darien's Emergency Preparedness Plans
In the wake of this fall's hurricanes, coastal communities are taking a fresh look at their emergency plans. The town's Emergency Preparedness Plan was prepared in 2002 and is currently being revised. A print copy of the plan is available at the Darien Library Information Desk.
Visit the Darien Office of Emergency Management’s website for more information about the town’s emergency plans.
A New York Times article, “Which Way to Go: What's the Plan to Get Out of Town?” compared several Connecticut communities’ emergency plans, including Darien.
For more information on how to prepare for an emergency, drop by the Information Desk to pick up a copy of the Connecticut Guide to Emergency Preparedness. Also check out FEMA's guide, Are You Ready?: An In-depth Guide to Citizen Preparedness.
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November 09, 2005
Darien's Emergency Preparedness Plans
In the wake of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita, coastal communities are taking a fresh look at their emergency plans. The town's Emergency Preparedness Plan was prepared in 2002 and is currently being revised. A print copy of the plan is available at the Darien Library Information Desk.
Visit the Darien Office of Emergency Management’s website for more information about the town’s emergency plans.
A recent New York Times article, “Which Way to Go: What's the Plan to Get Out of Town?” compared several Connecticut communities’ emergency plans, including Darien.
For more information on how to prepare for an emergency, drop by the Information Desk to pick up a copy of the Connecticut Guide to Emergency Preparedness.
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