Ready Coast Guard

Ready Coast Guard is a Coast Guard-wide campaign sponsored by the Headquarters Health, Safety, and Work-Life Directorate's Office of Work-Life.

Prepare

When an emergency strikes, knowing what to do can save time, property, and lives. Coast Guard personnel are known for their brave response to national emergencies. Make sure your loved ones at home know what to do if you are on duty when disaster strikes. Learn how to prepare and cope with natural disasters, fast-spreading diseases such as pandemic influenza, and other emergencies through the Ready Coast Guard's public awareness program.

Considerations for all Military Personnel and Families

Get A Kit:

Assemble emergency supplies in your home, car, and workplace.
Be ready in case you must evacuate quickly, even if your * Coast Guard family member is on duty elsewhere.

Make A Plan:

Plan reactions to various emergencies.
Plan how your family can stay in touch, recognizing that it may be several days before you can reach a Coast Guard member who is on duty responding to the same or a different emergency.
Practice your plan.

Be Informed:

Know what emergencies are most likely to affect you and your family.
Learn your local emergency warning system.
Know the local emergency warning system in your area and what actions to take if there is an emergency.