Are You Prepared if Disaster Suddenly Strikes Great Falls?

It is probably some of the country boy in me that thinks that no matter what life throws at me, I can probably make it through. But if a disaster of sorts were to happen, would I really have the tools to accomplish that?

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Having a disaster preparedness plan in place before that disaster hits is pertinent to ensuring your safety, your family's safety, and maybe saving a precious item or memory from being lost.

A Major Disaster Could Mean Emergency Services Overwhelmed in Great Falls

In the case that a major disaster was to hit our city, emergency services such as fire, police or emergency personnel would be inundated with calls and problems. That would mean relying on us and neighbors to make it through.

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Even if that disaster were to only affect you, such as a fire or flood, being prepared will make the hardships a bit easier. And there are two ways of preparedness that can mean the difference in the outcome of the disaster.

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What Would You Take from Your Home if Disaster Were to Strike Great Falls?

What major items would you grab before leaving your home suddenly? What items should you be looking for to take with you? Having a plan for these items will save precious time in the event of a problem.

For emergency and disaster preparedness, the City of Great Falls offers several tips to help navigate those circumstances. Check out our gallery of important items, personal belongings and more to be ready for any disaster Montana throws your way.

Emergency and Disaster Preparedness - How Ready Are You?

While we keep fingers crossed that it never happens, sometimes those circumstances are out of our control. How prepared are you if a major disaster were to happen in your town or just in your home? Check out these ideas to help be ready if and when the time comes.

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Montana's 8 Worst Natural And Man-Made Disasters

Over the years, Montana has experienced significant natural and man-made disasters that have resulted in not only the loss of lives, but millions of acres lost, along with tens of millions of dollars in damages.

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18 Things That You Shouldn't Say at the Thanksgiving Table

Ah, Thanksgiving! When families come together all over Minnesota, Iowa, Wisconsin, and Illinois to give thanks and eat a whole bunch of food. It's usually all fun and smiles unless that ONE family member who has no filter decides to show up. You just never know what they will say and unfortunately, that's the problem! To help alleviate any unnecessary drama this year, just text your family member that causes issues with their mouth and pass along this list of "Things NOT to Say at the Thanksgiving Table".

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