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Family reunification plan

A family reunification plan identifies meeting places and contacts to help caregivers and children reconnect after separation during an emergency.

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Preparing children for emergencies

Preparing children for emergencies

Start with calm, age-appropriate communication Children often notice adult fear and uncertainty, even when conversations are not directed at them. Introduce preparedness as a normal family safety activity, similar to learning a home address or practising a fire escape route. Use concrete language: explain that an emergency is a situation in which people may need […]

Creating a family meeting point for crowded events

Creating a family meeting point for crowded events

Why a meeting point matters In a crowded setting, separation can happen within seconds. A child may stop to watch an activity, move toward a familiar-looking adult, or become disoriented when a group changes direction. Adults can also lose visual contact when people cross between them. These situations do not mean that anyone has failed; […]

Hurricane preparedness for families with children

Hurricane preparedness for families with children

Begin with a family hurricane plan Start planning well before a tropical storm or hurricane is forecast. Check how your community communicates warnings, including local emergency alerts, weather radio broadcasts, and official evacuation notices. Decide in advance whether your family would evacuate, shelter at home, or stay with relatives or friends outside the affected area. […]