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This joint resolution proclaims September 2025 as California Emergency Preparedness Month, highlighting the critical importance of disaster readiness in a state frequently impacted by extreme weather and emergencies. The resolution draws attention to California's vulnerability to various natural and human-made disasters, including wildfires, heat waves, floods, and mudslides, which have displaced hundreds of thousands of residents over the past decade. It emphasizes the need for comprehensive emergency planning, which should include securing adequate shelter, maintaining food and water reserves, having backup power for communication, planning for pet safety, understanding local evacuation routes, and recognizing that preparedness is an ongoing process. The resolution is connected to the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) National Preparedness Month, which aims to educate and empower Americans with the knowledge and resources needed to respond effectively to emergency situations. By encouraging Californians to prioritize emergency preparedness, the resolution seeks to enhance community resilience and individual safety in the face of unpredictable and potentially devastating events.

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