[United States Statutes at Large, Volume 122, 110th Congress, 2nd Session]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

 
PROCLAMATION 8261--MAY 23, 2008

Proclamation 8261 of May 23, 2008
National Hurricane Preparedness Week, 2008
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
National Hurricane Preparedness Week highlights the vital importance of
being prepared when natural disasters strike.
Tropical storms can cause destruction over entire regions and claim the
lives of many of our citizens. We can help reduce vulnerability in our
communities by encouraging all citizens to be prepared and to work
together. Maintaining emergency supply kits and family communication
plans, and knowing what to do in an emergency can help save lives. For
more information on hurricane preparedness, Americans can visit
ready.gov and fema.gov to find checklists and other valuable resources
to help them get prepared.
My Administration continues to support efforts to strengthen how
Americans prepare for and respond to disasters. The National Oceanic and
Atmospheric Administration works to predict and track storms so that
citizens are more aware of potential storms. The Department of Homeland
Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has improved
communication between Federal, State, local government, and the private
sector in order to help citizens stay informed and receive the help they
need. By working together, we can better prepare for, respond to, and
recover from hurricanes and reduce the harm to our citizens and our
communities.
As hurricane season approaches, we also express our gratitude to the
volunteers and first responders who help their fellow citizens in their
time of need.
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
the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim May 25 through May 31,
2008, 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 to take appropriate measures and
precautions to protect themselves, their homes, and their communities
against the effects of hurricanes.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-third day of
May, in the year of our Lord two thousand eight, and of



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the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and
thirty-second.
GEORGE W. BUSH