Prepare Now, Recover Faster: Strengthen Resilience During National Disaster Preparedness Month!
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These Key Resources Can Help Communities Prepare for and Recover from Disasters
This month,?Administrator Isabel Casillas Guzman , head of the?U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and the voice in President Biden’s Cabinet for America’s more than 34 million small businesses, is encouraging small businesses to take proactive steps to safeguard their operations from potential natural disasters. This year’s theme is “Prepare Now, Recover Faster.”?
“As the frequency and intensity of natural disasters rise due to climate change, it is more critical than ever for Americans to be prepared,” said Administrator Guzman. “This Disaster Preparedness Month, we encourage all small businesses, homeowners, renters, and non-profits to take advantage of the SBA’s resources to create emergency response plans so that they can recover more quickly when disaster strikes, minimizing disruptions in communities and the economy.”
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With a wide range of resources and support services, the SBA is committed to helping businesses and communities across the country prepare for, respond to, and recover from unexpected events. Homeowners, renters, and businesses of all sizes are eligible for SBA assistance and can learn more?here and by utilizing the?Business Resilience Guide .
“A natural disaster can occur anytime, anyplace, and climate change has only added to the problem,” said Francisco Sánchez Jr., Associate Administrator of SBA’s Office of Disaster Recovery and Resilience. “That’s why it is important to remember that proper planning and preparation can mitigate a disaster’s impact. ‘Prepare Now, Recover Faster’ highlights the benefits that preparedness offers – that putting in the work now can lead to a quicker recovery and a return to normalcy later.”
In 2023, the SBA lent nearly $3 billion to disaster survivors nationwide – including over $670,000 for small businesses and over $2.3 million for homeowners and renters – to help them recover from the financial and physical impacts of manmade and natural disasters. Currently, the SBA is responding to 34 disaster declarations across the country.
This is a great reminder for small businesses to be proactive about disaster preparedness. Utilizing the SBA’s resources can help ensure a quicker recovery and minimize disruptions when disasters strike. Preparing now is key to recovering faster!
Starting small with basic emergency essentials is key. Even having just a few items like a first aid kit, water, and a flashlight can make a huge difference. And you’re right—by preparing now, recovery can be faster! Also, being trained for unexpected emergencies is just as crucial! Knowing exactly what to do when the moment comes can save lives. We’re here to help with that through our first aid and CPR courses. Preparedness is a mindset and skillset everyone should have!
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Business Owner at Roll Dawg Lawn Care LLC
2 个月Very helpful
Mitigating risks and preparing for emergencies is crucial for businesses. Training their teams and regularly rehearsing an emergency response plan are strategies that cannot be overlooked. Thank you for sharing.