Preparing
America
In the event of a terrorist attack, natural disaster or
other large-scale emergency, the Department of Homeland Security will
assume primary responsibility on March 1st for ensuring that emergency
response professionals are prepared for any situation. This will entail
providing a coordinated, comprehensive federal response to any large-scale
crisis and mounting a swift and effective recovery effort. The new
Department will also prioritize the important issue of citizen
preparedness. Educating America's families on how best to prepare their
homes for a disaster and tips for citizens on how to respond in a crisis
will be given special attention at DHS.