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For Immediate Release
Office of the Press Secretary
May 18, 2007
National Hurricane Preparedness Week, 2007
A Proclamation by the President of the United States of America
Each year, millions of Americans living in coastal areas are faced with the
hazards of hurricanes. As hurricane season approaches, National Hurricane
Preparedness Week provides an opportunity to raise awareness of steps that
can be taken to help protect our citizens, and their communities and
property.
Hurricanes can be devastatingly powerful and include storm surge, high
winds, tornadoes, and flooding. To reduce the potentially deadly effects
of these storms, it is imperative for people in hurricane-prone areas to
prepare for each type of hurricane hazard. Taking the time to develop a
family disaster plan, create a disaster supply kit, and stay aware of
current weather situations can improve preparedness and help save lives.
My Administration is committed to strengthening our Nation's ability to
prepare for, respond to, and recover from these types of disasters. I've
asked the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to find ways to
provide better assistance to those affected by catastrophe. FEMA has
enhanced coordination between all levels of government during times of
crisis and, along with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration,
is helping raise awareness about the dangers of hurricanes. In addition,
the Department of Homeland Security and FEMA provide Americans with
important emergency preparation checklists and valuable resources about
what to do after a disaster at ready.gov and fema.gov. By working
together, citizens and Federal, State, local, and tribal officials can help
safeguard lives and protect property.
Throughout the hurricane season, we are also grateful for the compassion,
courage, and generosity of the volunteers and first responders who stand
ready to help their neighbors in need. Their good hearts reflect the
character of our Nation.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim May 20 through May 26, 2007,
as National Hurricane Preparedness Week. I call upon government agencies,
private organizations, schools, and the media to share information about
hurricane preparedness. I also urge
all Americans living in vulnerable coastal areas of our Nation to take
appropriate measures and precautions to protect themselves against the
effects of hurricanes.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this
eighteenth day of May, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of
the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and
thirty-first.
GEORGE W. BUSH
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