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Preparing for emergencies
For up-to-date information and the latest advice on the current swine flu outbreak, follow the link below. The other information in this section provides details on how you can prepare for a range of emergencies.
What you can do to prepare for emergencies
Useful tips to keep in mind before and during a major incident
What voluntary and community groups can do
How voluntary groups can work with emergency services to improve public safety
Advice on specific emergencies
Tips on how to deal with a range of dangerous situations
Risks in your area
Find out what risks have been identified in your community
Advice on general emergencies
Find out what to do in the event of a fire, bomb or CBR (chemical, biological or radiological) incident
How government is preparing for emergencies
Explaining how the different tiers of government work together to build resilience
How businesses can prepare for emergencies
Ways to ensure your business can cope with unexpected disruptions
Sources of support for businesses
A guide to the services and advice available to businesses before and after emergencies
Additional links
Preparing for emergencies booklet
The booklet is available to download in a number of languages
Useful contacts
Websites and phone numbers to help you prepare for an emergency
