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Emergency Readiness Planner
Readiness planning — not emergency dispatch

Family Emergency Plan Builder

Create a basic family communication and meeting plan before emergencies happen.

Privacy note: Do not enter private medical details, account numbers, or sensitive personal information in the notes field or anywhere on this site.

You do not need a perfect emergency plan today. A simple written plan is better than trying to remember everything under stress.

Household type

Main concern

Meeting plan status

Emergency contact list status

Any active or current danger? (select all that apply)

If any active emergency exists — leave if safe and call 911 first.

Select a household type to generate your emergency plan.

Family Emergency Plan Checklist

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Wrote down emergency contacts including 911, poison control, and utility numbers
Identified an outside-home meeting place for fire/evacuation
Identified an inside-home safe area for weather situations
Identified an out-of-area contact who can relay messages
Assigned responsibility for children, seniors, and pets during an emergency
Placed a written copy of the plan in an accessible visible location
Planned a backup communication method if calls fail
Practiced the plan calmly with household members
In active emergency: leave if safe and call emergency services immediately
Readiness planning only — not emergency dispatch or medical advice
This tool is for general planning and educational guidance only. Measurements, materials, codes, product coverage, installation conditions, and safety requirements can vary. Always verify details before purchasing or beginning work. For electrical, plumbing, gas, structural, roofing, HVAC, code-related, or unsafe conditions, contact a qualified professional.

Know When to Call a Pro

In any active emergency, call 911 or your local emergency number. Contact poison control at 1-800-222-1222 (US) for poisoning concerns. Follow official emergency guidance.