During National Preparedness Month, You Need to do More Than Cross Your Fingers!

A picture of my family. Chocolate for the kids. And—my dentist will love this—floss.

Those are just a few of the personal things I’ve put in my emergency kit—in addition to the basics like food, water, a flashlight, radio and first-aid supplies. As a mom—and someone who lives in earthquake and wildfire country—I want my family to be prepared for emergencies that can happen at anytime and anywhere. I think it’s important that we all do that

So what will you put into your kit to personalize it for you and your family?

Watch a short video I taped for ideas and general tips on what to put in a kit so that you’re prepared. Then share your own ideas and see what others have to say:

September is National Preparedness Month and I am proud to be a part of the American Red Cross’s Do More than Cross Your Fingers campaign.

We all cross our fingers for luck, but when we’re facing life’s emergencies, it’s easy to do a little more. Pick up kit supplies. Write an emergency plan. Stay informed. You’ll thank yourself later!

So what’s going in your emergency kit to help you and your family through life’s emergencies, big and small? Share now by clicking here:

Do More!

I’m looking forward to hearing your thoughts!

All the best,

Jamie Lee Curtis

Proud Volunteer

American Red Cross