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NYC Emergency Management, 165 Cadman Plaza East, Brooklyn, NY (2026)

10/15/2026

At 10:15am NYCEM participated in the Great Shake Out! Before an earthquake identify a safe space in your home and make a plan where you can cover if an earthquake happens.

When an earthquake comes remember:
1️⃣Drop to the floor
2️⃣Cover your head and neck with your arms
3️⃣Take cover under a solid piece of furniture or next to an interior wall

Do not get in a doorway as this does not provide protection from falling or flying objects. Do not go outside. If you are outside, find and open space away from trees, buildings and powerlines.

10/15/2026

At 10:15am NYCEM participated in the Great Shake Out! Before an earthquake identify a safe space in your home and make a plan where you can cover if an earthquake happens.

When an earthquake comes remember:
1️⃣Drop to the floor
2️⃣Cover your head and neck with your arms
3️⃣Take cover under a solid piece of furniture or next to an interior wall

Do not get in a doorway as this does not provide protection from falling or flying objects. Do not go outside. If you are outside, find and open space away from trees, buildings and powerlines.

10/14/2026

🔥 That’s a wrap on our Fire Safety Day of Action! Huge thanks to for making fire safety simple and to over 40 of our Strengthening Communities partners.

🚨 Remember these 5 fire safety tips:

1️⃣ Plug large appliances directly into wall outlets.
2️⃣ Stay by your pan while cooking.
3️⃣ Test smoke and carbon monoxide alarms on every floor.
4️⃣ Make an escape plan and practice it.
5️⃣ Charge lithium-ion batteries safely and dispose of them properly.

A few simple steps can make a big difference! ❤️

10/14/2026

🔥 October is Fire Prevention Month! This month, in partnership with , we’re sharing their top 5 tips to help keep you and your home fire safe.

🚨 Tip 3: Smoke & Carbon Monoxide Alarms
• Make sure you have working smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) alarms on every floor of your home.
• Place alarms near where you sleep so you can hear them while resting.
• Check your alarms regularly to make sure they work.

Working smoke and CO alarms can alert you to danger and give you time to get to safety. Protect yourself and your loved ones by making sure your alarms are ready when you need them!
Take 5 minutes today to make sure your home is fire safe. 🔥

Check back next week for another fire-safety tip from FDNY!

10/14/2026

🔥 We kicked off today’s Day of Action with a press conference in the Bronx at City Council Member Pierina Sanchez’s office. NYCEM’s Commissioner Farrell and FDNY’s First Deputy Commissioner Flynn joined us to highlight how simple fire safety steps can save lives and protect homes and neighbors.

Throughout the day, NYC Emergency Management and hit the streets across all five boroughs to share FDNY’s Take 5! Fire Safety Tips and help New Yorkers stay safe.

🔥 Here are 5 tips to remember:
[1️⃣] Plug large appliances directly into wall outlets.
[2️⃣] Always stay by your pan while cooking.
[3️⃣] Make sure smoke and carbon monoxide alarms work on every floor and near where you sleep.
[4️⃣] Have an escape plan and practice it.
[5️⃣] Charge and store lithium-ion batteries outside when possible, and dispose of them properly.

Our Strengthening Communities partners have been hitting the streets to spread the word and help keep their neighborhoods safe. Take 5 minutes to learn these tips. They could save your life!

10/13/2026

🎀 October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month!
Taking care of your health matters. 💗 Learn about breast cancer, know what changes to look for, and talk to your health care provider about screenings that are right for you.
Early detection can save lives. Remind someone you care about to prioritize their health!

Resources: on.nyc.gov/3rz3Gjb

10/13/2026

In just six years, NYC Emergency Management’s Strengthening Communities program has trained, engaged, and partnered with more than 54 community and faith-based networks and coalitions across NYC!

These partners create their own emergency plans, lead preparedness efforts in their neighborhoods, and help connect NYC government with the communities they serve.

Now, we’re opening applications to welcome more incredible community and faith-based networks that are already making a difference in their neighborhoods. When the next emergency happens, we want you on the call, working alongside NYC Emergency Management to help keep New Yorkers safe.

Ready to make a difference? Apply today!
on.nyc.gov/SC2026

10/09/2026

Are you ready to ShakeOut, NYC? The Great ShakeOut is back on October 15! At 10:15 a.m., join millions of people around the world in practicing three simple steps to stay safe during an earthquake: Drop, Cover, and Hold On!

🏠 Practice at home, school, or work. Every second of practice helps you prepare for the unexpected.

📲 Register your drill and take the first step toward earthquake safety: shakeout.org/register/

10/08/2026

New Yorkers: our thoughts are with everyone in the Southeast dealing with Hurricane Isaias right now.💙

It’s a good reminder that hurricane season isn’t over yet. Hurricanes can bring flooding, strong winds, and heavy rain, even to neighborhoods that aren’t near the water.

If a storm ever affects NYC, the City may order evacuations depending on the risk. NYC Emergency Management keeps the evacuation zone finder online year-round, so you can look yours up anytime. Take two minutes today and find out what zone you’re in and make a plan no matter where in NYC you live.

🔎 nyc.gov/knowyourzone

10/07/2026

🔥 October is Fire Prevention Month! This month, in partnership with , we’re sharing their top 5 tips to help keep you and your home fire safe.

👩‍🍳 Tip 2: Cooking
• Always stay by your pan and never leave cooking food unattended.
• Stay in the kitchen while cooking.
• Wear short or tight-fitting sleeves to help prevent clothing from catching fire.
Most home fires start in the kitchen. A few simple precautions can help keep your home and loved ones safe.

Take 5 minutes today to make sure your home is fire safe. 🔥
Check back next week for another fire-safety tip from FDNY!

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