Resolve to be Ready in 2012

Those who make New Year's resolutions are 11 times more likely to have continued success in achieving a goal than individuals who have not made a resolution, according to the Journal of Clinical Psychology.

Use the resources at Ready.gov to keep resolutions by providing the tools and resources needed to take four important steps: be informed about the different types of emergencies that can happen in your area and their appropriate responses, make a family communications plan, build an emergency kit, and get involved in community preparedness. MORE INFO

HAZUS.org suggests that you join with the Ready Campaign in promoting Resolve to be Ready during 2012.