Natural Disaster Awareness and Preparedness Month

WHEREAS, Alabama is dedicated to enhancing and preserving the health and safety of all citizens, especially in times of natural disaster; and

WHEREAS, the citizens of the State of Alabama have suffered significant losses and unprecedented effects from natural disasters in the past, most recently during the unprecedented April 2011 tornadoes; and

WHEREAS, appropriate preparation and increased public awareness of the dangers associated with natural disasters will help avoid injuries and save lives; and

WHEREAS, Alabama is committed to fostering an increased awareness in its citizens about the importance of disaster preparedness; and

WHEREAS, Alabamians require sufficient resources in order to prepare their families, homes and communities for such disasters; and

WHEREAS, Alabamians are urged to take action to protect themselves and their families by developing a disaster plan and compiling an emergency supply kit; and

WHEREAS, both an individual and community responsibility, preparedness must start in the home to strengthen community response in the event of a natural disaster:

NOW, THEREFORE, I, Robert Bentley, Governor of the State of Alabama, do hereby proclaim the month of April 2012, as

Natural Disaster Awareness and Preparedness Month

in the State of the Alabama.

     

Given Under My Hand and the Great Seal of the Office of the Governor at the State Capitol in the City of Montgomery on the 23rd day of January 2012.

 

                                                                           Robert Bentley, Governor