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September is National Preparedness Month,
and this year's observance takes on special significance,
as we remember those who lost their lives 10 years ago on September 11th.
Over the past year, we've introduced the NASA family to the concept of family preparedness.
You've been provided access to resources that will help you develop plans to take care of your family,
and even pets, whenever an emergency arises.
As the program evolves, additional resources will be made available to include topics such as urban survival.
In an effort to reach everyone in the family, a NASA kid's corner is being developed on the family preparedness Web site,
which will be full of downloadable resources and activities for your children to increase their awareness.
Our NASA family has to be prepared for a natural disaster or terrorist attack that could happen at any time or place throughout the country.
Here's Patrick Scheuermann to discuss why family preparedness is so important to you at Stennis.
As we continue through hurricane season here in south Mississippi, having our families ready for any possible storm should be in the forefront of our minds.
Here at Stennis Space Center, we know the importance of having a plan and being ready for any type of disaster.
Having just passed the anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, we're all still reminded of the devastation that nature can cause.
I encourage each of you to visit the family preparedness Web site for more information on how we can prepare for any type of disaster.
You and your family's safety are very important to NASA.
Remember, when it comes to preparedness, it's up to you to make sure everyone in your family knows their stuff. This is a mission at which we cannot afford to fail.