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Prepare Metro KC summer events
July 28, 2012 - EXHIBITORS and ATTENDEES WANTED!
T-Bones Baseball Game at “Salute to Heroes Night” - Kansas City, Kansas
A 1-day outdoor exhibit in the parking lot prior to the T-Bones baseball game that will reach about 7,000 families, friends and neighbors, baseball and non-baseball fans alike. Exhibitors can also promote free educational materials at booths inside the stadium during the game. Exhibitors can arrive prior to 5:15 p.m. to setup. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. and game time is 7:00 p.m. The T-Bones will honor an online promo code for fans to purchase tickets online at a discount. Parking is free. Fireworks will be featured after the game.
August 11, 2012 - EXHIBITORS and ATTENDEES WANTED!
Kansas City Zoo Saturday - Swope Park, Kansas City, Missouri
Prepare Metro KC is partnering with MARC’s Public Safety Department to exhibit during the 9-1-1 Day at the Zoo. The American Red Cross will conduct their annual blood drive. There is no cost for MEMC to exhibit and there are several areas throughout the zoo grounds to provide free education information (Gazebo near Nakita the Polar Bear, Kid Zone near the carousel). We can display vehicles/ trailers in front of the ticket sales area. Mascots are welcome. Exhibitors need to be setup by 8:30 a.m. The zoo hours are 9:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. on Saturday.
Book the PrepareMetroKC team for your event!
- The PrepareMetroKC team is available to bring our special brand of fun, education, and preparedness to your event! We charge no fees, but ask that you donate the space and electrical requirements as we are a volutneer organization and work all year round on a limited budget. Contact Lisa Elsas to book dates or for more information (816) 701-8392.
- If you have any event (or any) ideas for our 2013 Summertime event season, we would love to hear from you! Contact Lisa Elsas to book dates or for more information (816) 701-8392.
Disaster and Preparedness Episode 7:
Put Disaster Down for the Count
The Metropolitan Emergency Managers Committee introduced a new series of seven citizen preparedness videos in March 2012. The series uses two characters, Disaster and Preparedness, to provide emergency preparedness information in a lighthearted way. Fun and education for the entire family! Each Monday a new episode will roll out, so check back each week. Watch all of the episodes at our YouTube Channel.
Weather Radios Save Lives
Unlike outdoor sirens, all-hazards radios save lives by alerting people who are indoors when severe weather approaches. They can also alert people in homes, schools and businesses to other types of emergencies. These radios provide constant, useful and up-to-date weather information. They are equipped with a special alarm tone that will sound an alert and give immediate information in a life-threatening situation.
Project Community Alert (PCA) is a community-wide effort to distribute weather alert radios. The Metropolitan Emergency Managers Committee (MEMC) has partnered with Price Chopper grocery stores to sell the radios at a special price, $29.95. To locate a store near you, visit www.mypricechopper.com and click on "Store Locator."
Do you have an emergency plan?
Are you and your family prepared for an emergency? If phone lines were down, if cell phones didn't work, if you couldn't get to the grocery store for a few days -- what would you do? If you had to evacuate -- where would you go?
- Create an emergency plan online >
Disasters can happen anytime and anywhere. When disaster strikes, you may not have much time to respond. The time to plan for a disaster is now, before it happens.
- Create a Supply Kit: Keep enough basics on hand for your family-- water, food, first aid supplies, etc. Keep the items that you would most likely need during an evacuation in an easy-to-carry container, such as a large, covered trash container, a backpack or a duffle bag. Learn more>
- Have a Plan: Meet with your family and talk about why you need a disaster plan. Decide on a meeting place and identify emergency contacts. Learn more>
- Stay Informed: Know what the risks are in your area and how to prepare for each. Learn more>