Make a plan to protect yourself and your loved ones.


Stay a Step Ahead

Ready.gov is a national public service campaign aimed to help educate and empower the American people to prepare for, respond to, and mitigate emergencies.

Build a Kit

After an Emergency, you may need to survive on your own for several days. A well-stocked response kit is an important tool.

Emergency Supply List

Make a Plan

Make a family communication plan quickly and easily with the new ready.gov fillable form.

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Stay Informed

Download the newly updated FEMA App to get preparedness strategies and real-time weather and emergency alerts.

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EMERGENCY GUIDES
View and download PDF guides for common disasters.

Severe Weather

Extreme Heat

Flood

Power Outage

Tornado

Active Shooter

During Major Disaster Declarations signed by President Joe Biden, residents in Wilson County may be eligible to apply for FEMA Individual Assistance.

Assistance could include:

  • Temporary housing such as rental assistance or reimbursement for hotel costs.
  • Grants for the repair or replacement of a homeowner’s primary residence.
  • Repairing storm-damaged privately-owned access routes (driveways, roads, or bridges)

Also, other uninsured or under-insured disaster-related expenses such as:

  • Repair or replacement of personal property.
  • Moving and storage fees.
  • Childcare, medical and dental expenses, and certain funeral costs.