Prevent Demo
Pillar 3: Prevent - Harden infrastructure and reduce disaster impacts
Connect with neighbors to build community resilience and coordinate disaster preparation
Your neighborhood network
47 Members
Block Captain: Sarah Johnson
Last Drill: October 15, 2024
Adjacent network
32 Members
Block Captain: Michael Chen
Mutual Aid: Active
Regional network
89 Members
Block Captain: David Martinez
Joint Exercises: 3 this year
Community-led projects to reduce disaster risk and harden infrastructure
Goal: Clear and maintain all storm drains in the neighborhood to reduce flooding risk
Progress: 67% complete (32 of 48 drains cleared)
Next Work Day: Saturday, November 23 at 9:00 AM
Goal: Teach residents how to install storm shutters and secure outdoor items
Participants: 23 households registered
Workshop Date: December 7, 2024
Goal: Establish backup communication system using HAM radio operators
Result: 12 operators trained, 8 stations installed
Completed: September 2024
Real-time monitoring of potential hazards with automatic notifications
National Hurricane Center has issued a tropical storm watch for your area. Storm expected to intensify.
Sustained winds 25-35 mph expected. Secure outdoor items and avoid unnecessary travel.
Heavy rainfall expected. Monitor local waterways and be prepared to move to higher ground if needed.
Monthly preparedness drill scheduled for Saturday. All neighborhood network members invited.
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Find funding opportunities for mitigation projects in your community
Available Funding: Up to 75% of project costs
Eligible Projects: Storm shutters, safe rooms, elevation, drainage improvements
Application Deadline: January 31, 2025
Available Funding: $2,000 - $30,000 per property
Eligible Projects: Elevation, flood vents, sump pumps, drainage systems
Application Deadline: Rolling basis