Youth Essay Contest -- Farmington Hills, Mich.

The Farmington Hills, Michigan Emergency Preparedness Commission (EPC) held its inaugural Emergency Preparedness Essay Contest for fifth and eighth grader students. Essays focused on how families can take steps to prepare for emergencies and included tips such as creating an emergency supply kit, taking shelter, and becoming knowledgeable about first aid and severe weather conditions.

The top three essays in each grade were awarded merit certificates from the Emergency Preparedness Commission and gift certificates of $75, $50 and $25, donated by Botsford Hospital. Winners will also be given the opportunity to share their essays with the community on Cable TV - Channel 8. Additionally, all students who submitted essays received tickets to the Phoenix Theaters.

Please take a moment to read the essays written by these very insightful students. Winning essays are also posted on the Farmington Hills Emergency Preparedness Commission Web site at www.FHReady.org.