"In these uncertain times, it is important to provide the most up-to-date information to Wisconsin citizens and provide resources on how they can protect their families in the event of an emergency," Doyle said.
The Web site is designed to help keep Wisconsin families informed on the latest homeland security issues and provide information on how to keep safe during emergencies. The new site provides information on creating a family plan and instructions for preparing emergency supply kits.
The site also provides guidance for families, businesses and local governments when there are changes in the U.S. Homeland Security Threat Conditions Advisory System. The Governor's Council on Homeland Security developed a general checklist for these groups to follow when there is a heightened terrorism alert.
"We believe it is important to provide our citizens, businesses and local governments with direction when there is a terrorism threat change," said Maj. Gen. Wilkening. "The Governor's Council on Homeland Security felt it was one of our top missions to develop this sound guidance."
Links are provided to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, The American Red Cross and other state and federal agencies. The site It was developed in coordination with Wisconsin Emergency Management and Wisconsin Department of Electronic Government.
