Harlan County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2018 - Jun 30, 2019





2043 - Disaster Preparedness
2043.1) 5

Number of individuals reporting improved knowledge regarding disaster preparedness (such as emergency kit contents; daily water needs for survival; evacuation and sheltering in place plans)

2043.2) 10

Number of individuals reporting intent to implement one or more disaster preparedness strategy  

2043.3) 0

Number of individuals who made a family disaster kit

2043.4) 0

Number of individuals who made a family disaster plan

2043.5) 0

Number of individuals who became involved in an existing local disaster preparedness program

2043.6) 0

Number of individuals who led the development of a local disaster preparedness program



Success Stories

Disaster Preparedness

Author: Jeremy Williams

Major Program: Disaster Preparedness

In recent years, Harlan County has faced numerous natural disasters, such as flooding, snow storms and wildfires.  These events also led to power and water outages.  With September being National Preparedness Month, the Harlan County Extension Service teamed up with the Harlan County Emergency Management to host a Disaster Preparedness informational workshop. During the workshop, participants learned of ways to prepare for disasters that may arise.  The tips included making a plan

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