Business Disaster Resources

These resources could save you time and money – and even save lives. The more you learn about disaster preparation, the sooner you will be able to get back to business should a disaster occur.

• The U.S. Small Business Administration provides information on how to prepare for disasters, and the SBA’s disaster loan program helps homeowners, renters and businesses of all sizes recover from disasters.
• The American Red Cross offers free materials regarding disaster planning and recovery.
• The Federal Emergency Management Agency offers free, step-by-step advice on how to create and maintain a comprehensive emergency management program.
• The Department of Homeland Security shows businesses how to be ready for emergencies, including a sample emergency plan you can use for your business.
• The Institute for Business and Home Safety and the National Federation of Independent Business offer a variety of tools designed for small business owners to reduce their potential for loss should disaster strike and to reopen quickly should they be forced to close.
• Your state government home page (typically your state’s name plus “.gov”) may offer area-specific resources. Look for links to emergency management agencies, public safety departments and small business offices.