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National Preparedness Month

National Preparedness Month

Be Ready

  1. Make a Plan–  Your family may not be together during an emergency, so having a plan that everyone is familiar with is important.  Make sure you include a meeting place, important phone numbers, and ways to get emergency alerts in your plan. Link: https://www.ready.gov/plan-form
  2. Assemble a Kit– Assemble an emergency kit well in advance of an emergency.  You may have to evacuate at a moment’s notice and take your essentials with you.  You may need to survive on your own after an emergency.  Know what you need in your kit. Link: https://www.ready.gov/kit
  3. Stay informed– Emergencies can happen anywhere, anytime.  Know what to do before, during, and after an emergency is a critical part of being prepared and may make all the difference when seconds count.  Sign up for a local emergency alert system such as the City of Atlanta’s NotifyATL, ReadyGeorgia, or local news alerts.
See below for ways to stay informed in the City of Atlanta and Fulton County.

NotifyATL Emergency Alert Program

Get alerts about emergencies and other important news by signing up for our Emergency Alert Program, NotifyATL. This system enables the city to provide you with critical information quickly in a variety of situations, such as severe winter weather, unexpected road closures, and evacuations of buildings, as well as community events.  You will receive real-time messages however you specify, such as to your home, mobile, or business phone, text message, and more. You pick where. You pick how.  Click the banner to sign up today!

Other City of Atlanta Agencies Links

Partner Agency Links

Fulton Alerts Community Notifications (FALCON)

Fulton County is now using the FALCON system to distribute emergency notifications to residents, businesses, and county employees. FALCON is a telephone communication service that allows us to notify citizens about emergency situations quickly.
All residents are being encouraged to review and update their information, or to register for the system.
CLICK HERE to sign-up
Fulton County will use the FALCON system to notify citizens about emergencies such as:
Severe Weather – severe weather warning notifications will be issued within seconds after being issued by the National Weather Service. Weather notifications are issued for the immediate threats of:
  • Severe Thunderstorm Warnings
  • Flash Flood Warnings
  • Tornado Warnings

Other emergencies include:

  • Evacuation notices and route
  • Gas Leaks
  • Amber Alerts
  • Drinking water contamination
  • Utility outage
  • Fires
  • Bomb threat
  • Hostage situation
  • Chemical spill or gas leak
  • Other emergency incidents where rapid and accurate notification is essential
It’s easy for you and your family members to register simply go to the following registration link and fill out the required information.
For residents without internet access, please call the Fulton County Department of Emergency Communications non-emergency phone line at 404-730-7900 during normal business hours and an Emergency Communications staff will assist in the registration process.

TSA Travel Tips

TSA screens more than 2 million passengers every day at nearly 440 airports nationwide. TSA is committed to helping passengers understand the security screening process in order to improve their travel experience.
Prior to airport arrival, here is what travelers need to know:

Prohibited Items

For the safety and security of the traveling public, TSA, FAA and airlines prohibit certain items from being brought onto airplanes in carry-on and checked baggage. A prohibited items list and the “What Can I Bring?” tool can be found on tsa.gov. Even if an item is generally permitted, it may be subject to additional screening or not allowed through the checkpoint if it triggers an alarm during the screening process, appears to have been tampered with or poses other security concerns.

3-1-1 Liquids Rule

Liquids, aerosols, gels, creams and pastes, in limited quantities, are safe to bring in carry-on baggage and must comply with the following rules:
  • 3.4 ounces or less for liquids, gels, aerosols, creams and pastes.
  • 1 quart-sized, clear, plastic, zip-top bag to hold the liquids.
  • 1 bag per passenger placed in screening bin.

AskTSA

TSA has a team dedicated to answering your questions related to prohibited and permitted items, identification requirements and so much more. AskTSA is available 365 days a year to help you before, during and after your travels.
  • Twitter: @AskTSA
  • Facebook Messenger: www.fb.com/AskTSA
  • Apple Business Chat: AskTSA
  • Text Message: Text “Travel” to AskTSA (275-872)
  • Msg frequency varies. Msg & data rates may apply.
  • Live Assistance from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET

TSA Contact Center

The TSA Contact Center is available to answer questions about traveling through TSA security, including checkpoint or checked baggage screening.
Weekdays: 8 a.m. – 11 p.m. ET
Weekends/Holidays: 9 a.m. – 8 p.m. ET
Email: TSA-ContactCenter@tsa.dhs.gov
Phone: 1-866-289-9673

Acceptable IDs

Adult travelers (18 and over) are required to show a valid U.S. federal or state-issued photo ID in order to be allowed to go through the security checkpoint and onto their flight. Travelers who do not have an ID may still be allowed to travel by providing additional information about themselves. Passengers who are cleared through this process may be subject to additional screening. Passengers whose identity cannot be verified by TSA may not be allowed to enter the screening checkpoint or onto an airplane.

Medication

Medications in pill, liquid or other solid form are allowed but must undergo security screening. Passengers may bring medically necessary liquids, medications and creams in excess of 3.4 ounces or 100 milliliters in their carry-on bag. These items should be removed from the carry-on bag to be screened separately. Liquid medication is not required to be in a plastic zip-top bag. Ice packs, frozen gel packs, and other accessories required to cool medically necessary liquids must be completely solid at the security checkpoint. If these accessories are partially frozen or slushy, they are subject to the same screening as other medically
necessary liquids.

TSA Cares and Wounded Warriors

The TSA Cares helpline assists travelers with disabilities and medical conditions. Travelers may call to ask questions about screening policies, procedures and what to expect at the security checkpoint prior to traveling. TSA Cares facilitates the screening process for wounded service members and veterans including individuals associated with a wounded warrior program. Travelers may also request a passenger support specialist at the airport.

TSA Cares

Screening Technology

Most travelers have the option to request a pat-down as an alternative. However, some passengers will not be able to opt out of AIT screening if their boarding pass indicates that they have been selected for enhanced screening. Whenever possible, the pat-down will be performed by a same-gender officer.

Additional Travel Tips

  • Travelers are encouraged to check carry-on baggage before leaving home to remove prohibited items, such as firearms and knives.
  • When packing, de-clutter and organize carry-on baggage to facilitate screening.
  • Travelers are encouraged to arrive two hours before scheduled departure time.
  • Travelers are recommended to wear slip-on shoes to remove and replace their shoes quickly.
  • Pets must be removed from their carrying cases. The case must be screened through the X-ray machine. A leash will help maintain control of the pet but should be removed when carrying the pet through the metal detector.