[United States Statutes at Large, Volume 121, 110th Congress, 1st Session]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

 
PROCLAMATION 8146--MAY 18, 2007

Proclamation 8146 of May 18, 2007
National Hurricane Preparedness Week, 2007
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
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.

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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