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ReadyWisconsin @readywisconsin.bsky.social · 9h

Doing work on your home to prepare for colder temperatures? ✅ Protect pipes in unheated areas of your home. ✅ Know where your water shutoff valve is located. ✅ Disconnect and drain outdoor houses. ✅ Protect outdoor faucets from freezing.

Hands installing foam insulation on a copper pipe to prevent freezing in cold weather.

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ReadyWisconsin @readywisconsin.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Safely share the road during harvest season!🚜 🚗 Wait to pass farm equipment in a legal passing zone. It is illegal to pass farm equipment in a no-passing zone in Wisconsin. 🚗 Be patient and alert. 🚗 Be aware of blind spots on farming vehicles.

Graphic with fall harvest safety tips: no passing farm equipment in no-passing zones, slow down, keep extra braking distance, and watch for blind spots.

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ReadyWisconsin @readywisconsin.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Be careful driving while it rains today!🌧️ 🚗 Always turn on headlights when your windshield wipers are on. 🚗 Increase your stopping distance and leave plenty of room between vehicles. 🚗 Never drive through a flooded road.

Car driving in heavy rain with safety tips to use headlights, keep extra space, and avoid flooded roads.

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ReadyWisconsin @readywisconsin.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

If you don't have a fire escape plan, create one today! 🚨🔥 Ensure everyone in your home, including kids, knows what to do and where to go. 🗺️

Illustration showing a child in a kitchen with two emergency exits: a door and a window labeled as a fire escape.

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ReadyWisconsin @readywisconsin.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Emergencies can happen when adults are not around. Make sure kids know when and how to call 911 and what to say on the phone. 📱

Graphic teaching kids when, how, and what to say when calling 911, with a phone screen showing the 911 dial pad.

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ReadyWisconsin @readywisconsin.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Before temperatures get colder, now is the time to think about home heating safety to prevent house fires. 👉Have wood stoves, fireplaces, chimneys, and furnaces inspected and cleaned once a year 👉If you use space heaters, keep them on a level and non-flammable surface

Technician inspecting and repairing a home furnace with tools and wiring visible inside the unit.

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ReadyWisconsin @readywisconsin.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Stay safe every season by being weather aware. ⛈️❄️🌪️ Having a NOAA All-Hazards Radio provides real-time weather alerts for your area. It also comes with battery backup, ensuring they work even during power outages.🔋

Midland weather radio displaying tornado alert with icons for all seasons and text about getting alerts anytime.

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ReadyWisconsin @readywisconsin.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Remember to review your insurance policies at least once a year!🧐 ✅ Catch any potential coverage gaps after property value increases, renovations or upgrades. ✅ Update beneficiaries. ✅ Understand your current coverage as some conditions may have changed.

Senior couple discussing insurance policies with an advisor, a smiling piggy bank in the foreground symbolizes savings and financial planning.

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ReadyWisconsin @readywisconsin.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Doing outdoor work this upcoming weekend? Remember to practice ladder safety as you inspect or make repairs! ✅ Set the ladder up correctly. ✅ Secure the ladder or ask someone to hold it. ✅ Always face the ladder while going up or down.

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ReadyWisconsin @readywisconsin.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

We might not want to think about winter,🥶 but it's the perfect time to go over your winter ready checklist! 🤩 ✅ Have your furnace and fireplace inspected. ✅ Add cold weather supplies to your vehicle. ✅ Check the insulation and weatherstripping around your windows and doors.

Winter readiness checklist with tips on vehicle supplies, alarm checks, inspections, insulation, and faucet preparation against a snowy background.

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ReadyWisconsin @readywisconsin.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

It's the first day of fall!🍂 As we head into the colder months, check your smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) alarms before heating your home. ✅ Change the batteries per the manufacturer’s instructions. ✅ Check how old the alarm is, you may need to replace it.

Diagram of a house showing smoke alarm placement in every bedroom, outside sleeping areas, and on all floors including the basement for fire safety.

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ReadyWisconsin @readywisconsin.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

While you are dancing in September, take a moment to make sure you're ready for whatever comes next. 🌍🌬️🔥 ✅ Know how you will get emergency alerts. ✅ Make an emergency supply kit. ✅ Know where to go to stay safe in severe weather.

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ReadyWisconsin @readywisconsin.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Some areas are seeing much needed rainfall, but it's important to keep an eye out for flooding. ✅ Don't drive through floodwaters; Turn around, don't drown! ✅ Walking through floodwaters can be dangerous - you don't know what's hiding in it.

Stay out of floodwaters. Floodwaters hide dangers that can cause sickness, injury or even death, including animals and insects, live wires, harmful bacteria, dangerous chemicals, sewage, and sharp objects and debris.

MANTÉNGASE ALEJADO DE LAS AGUAS DE INUNDACIÓN. Las aguas de inundación pueden ocultar peligros que le pueden causar enfermedades, heridas o incluso la muerte. Animales e insectos. Cables vivos. Bacterias dañinas. Químicos peligrosos. Aguas residuales. Objetos punzantes y escombros.

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ReadyWisconsin @readywisconsin.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Going camping this weekend?⛺ Some areas of the state will see heavy rainfall this weekend. ✅ Stay updated on the forecast. ✅ Have a battery-operated NOAA Weather Radio. ✅ If your campsite begins to flood, seek higher ground immediately.

Beware of floods when camping. Heavy rains can quickly cause flash flooding. Use caution if camping near a stream, river, or in a low-lying area. Stay informed. Be able to get the forecast online or with a NOAA Weather Radio. Get to higher ground immediately if alerted to flooding. Never walk or drive through floodwater. It only takes 6 inches to knock you over and only 12 inches to sweep a car away.

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ReadyWisconsin @readywisconsin.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

The theme for this year's National Preparedness Month is "Americans Stand Ready." Standing ready means prepared before disaster strikes, how to act when it does, and having the strength to recover afterwards. By working together, everyone can become more resilient.

Smiling multigenerational family outdoors promoting National Preparedness Month and readiness for emergencies and disasters.

A multigenerational family smiling outdoors, promoting readiness for emergencies and disasters in the US.

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ReadyWisconsin @readywisconsin.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Preparedness doesn't have to be costly.💸 👉 Start with what you already have. 🕰️ Build your emergency kit a little at a time. ☁️ Store important documents digitally or in a flood-safe place.

People sitting outside a building with a banner reading 'Prepare Now at Low to No Cost' and speech bubbles offering tips on emergency preparedness and resources.

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ReadyWisconsin @readywisconsin.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

There are 3 types of kits, each with a different purpose. 🏠 Home Emergency Kit: Helps you stay safe at home during an emergency. 🎒 Go Bag: Take this with you if you need to leave quickly. 🚗 Vehicle Emergency Kit: Keeps you safe if stranded or have an emergency on the road.

Comparison chart showing three emergency kits: Home Emergency Kit for sheltering at home, Go-Bag for quick evacuation near exits, and Vehicle Emergency Kit for emergencies while traveling.

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ReadyWisconsin @readywisconsin.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

There is no one-size-fits-all when it comes to building your emergency supply kit.🧰 Think about the needs of the people and pets in your home. ✅ Medications. ✅ Dietary needs. ✅ Mobility needs. The best emergency kit is one made by you!🫵

Open blue backpack showing a red first aid kit inside, surrounded by medicine bottles and emergency supplies on a table.

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ReadyWisconsin @readywisconsin.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

Do you have an emergency kit for your vehicle? 🚙 This kit should be more compact than what you keep at home and help you if you encounter any problems on the road. Learn what to have in your kit: readywisconsin.wi.gov/make-a-kit

Red emergency roadside kit filled with jumper cables, tow hooks, and a flashlight against a green background with the text 'Is your vehicle ready?'.

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ReadyWisconsin @readywisconsin.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Don't forget to pack emergency kit items for your pets! 🐶😺 🐾 Pet food, bowls, and water. 🐾 Leashes and collars. 🐾 Vet documents and photo of you and your pet.

Checklist of essential pet supplies during emergencies including medicine, ID collar, travel carrier, photo, sanitation items, and toys with images of a dog and cat.

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ReadyWisconsin @readywisconsin.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Trying to figure out what items to put in an emergency supply kit?🧰 Here are four core categories to consider: 🚰 Water - At least 1 gallon per person, per day. 🥫 Non-perishable food. 🩹 Basic medical supplies and essential medications. 🔦 Items to help during a power outage.

Four colorful notes listing emergency kit essentials: water, food, first aid, and power needs with specific supply recommendations.

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ReadyWisconsin @readywisconsin.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Check on your neighbors and help them prepare for emergencies.🤝 📱 They may be less familiar with emergency technology or emergency systems. 👤 They may live alone or not have family to check on them. 🦽 They may have limited mobility and need assistance.

Smiling elderly man giving thumbs up next to a woman with glasses and a cane, promoting emergency safety for older neighbors.

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ReadyWisconsin @readywisconsin.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Know your disaster risks!!!🔥⛈️🌪️💧 Understanding what threats could impact you is important to help you prepare ahead of time and make a safety plan before they occur. You can learn more about what could impact you in Wisconsin at readywisconsin.wi.gov/be-informed

Collage showing wildfire, tornado, flood, lightning storm, and drought illustrating various natural threats.

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ReadyWisconsin @readywisconsin.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Safe travels today as you return!🚙 🕥Beat peak hours to avoid the worst congestion. 📵 Put the phone away while you drive to avoid distractions. ↔️ Slow down and move over for stranded motorists and roadside emergency workers.

Heavy traffic congestion on a multi-lane highway during daylight, emphasizing safe travel.

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ReadyWisconsin @readywisconsin.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

Part of being prepared is knowing what numbers to call for help.📱 Remember these 3 digit numbers: ✅ 911 for emergencies. ✅ 211 to connect with resources. ✅ 988 for mental health support.

Help is just 3 numbers away.

Use 911 for emergencies.
Use 211 to connect to information and resources.
Use 988 for support when experiencing a mental crisis.

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ReadyWisconsin @readywisconsin.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

Nothing is failproof, and weather can be unpredictable.🎲 It is important to have multiple ways to receive alerts. 🔊 Using mobile device alerts, local media, apps, warning sirens, and weather radios can help ensure you know when to seek shelter. 📱📺📻

Illustration showing multiple ways to receive weather warnings including internet, local TV, radio, outdoor sirens, and social contacts.

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ReadyWisconsin @readywisconsin.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Don't forget a vehicle emergency supply kit before you travel this Labor Day weekend.🚙🧰

Small vintage car model loaded with stacked black boxes and a red lifebuoy on its roof, emphasizing vehicle emergency preparedness.

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ReadyWisconsin @readywisconsin.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Damaging winds and hail are possible this this evening and overnight for parts of our state.⛈️ ✅ Stay updated on the weather forecast. ✅ Have multiple ways to receive alerts. ✅ If flash flooding occurs, do not drive into flooded roadways.

Map showing severe weather outlook for Wisconsin on September 3, 2026, highlighting slight risk areas around Portage, Sheboygan, Racine, and Kenosha.

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ReadyWisconsin @readywisconsin.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

There are 5 steps to making an emergency plan.📓 1️⃣ Know your risks. 2️⃣ Make a meeting place. 3️⃣ Choose an emergency contact. 4️⃣ Plan how to leave. 5️⃣ Practice the plan. Learn more: readywisconsin.wi.gov/make-a-plan

Family gathered on a couch and floor reviewing an emergency plan with steps to know risks, choose contacts, and practice the plan.

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ReadyWisconsin @readywisconsin.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Strong winds are possible as storms move through the state overnight. ✅ Stay updated on the weather for your area. ✅ Have multiple ways to receive alerts. ✅ Secure any loose outdoor objects, such as trash cans.

Map showing severe weather outlook for Wisconsin on September 1, 2026, highlighting slight to marginal risk areas across the state.

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ReadyWisconsin @readywisconsin.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

It's the start of National Preparedness Month!🚀 All month long we're highlighting steps you can take to be ready before a disaster or emergency occurs. 🪜 Being prepared can help keep you, your loved ones, and others safe during an emergency or disaster.🤗

Hand flipping a circuit breaker switch next to a tornado under dark stormy skies, With the words: September 2026 Preparedness Month. Being Ready before an emergency happens.

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ReadyWisconsin @readywisconsin.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

⏰Today is the LAST DAY to apply for either FEMA assistance or an SBA physical disaster loan if you were impacted by storms or flooding April 13-23.⏰ For FEMA: DisasterAssistance.gov or 1-800-621-3362. For SBA: www.sba.gov/disaster or 1-800‐659‐2955.

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ReadyWisconsin @readywisconsin.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

Heading out for fun on a lake? Keep safety in mind before heading out! ✅ Check the forecast before and while on the boat. ✅ Have a portable weather radio. ✅ Have life jackets for yourself and others.

Weather safety on the lake: Know the forecast before heading out. Have a portable weather radio or an AM/FM radio in the boat. If skies turn threatening, head to shore.

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ReadyWisconsin @readywisconsin.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

Going camping?⛺ Keep campfire safety in mind while enjoying the outdoors. 🔥Closely watch children when the fire pit is in use. 🔥Never leave a fire unattended. 🔥Turn off or put out fires before you leave.

Illustration of Smokey Bear's campfire safety tips with a campfire surrounded by rocks, a tent, and a person holding water to extinguish the fire.

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ReadyWisconsin @readywisconsin.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Don't overload power strips! 🔌 ✅ Power strips should be plugged into a wall outlet, not an another power strip or surge protector. ✅ Power strips are for low-voltage electronics. ✅ Check the power strip or wall plate. If it feels warm to the touch, unplug immediately!

Close-up of an overloaded power strip with multiple plugs and a warning about proper use and grounding.

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ReadyWisconsin @readywisconsin.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

kinda chic to have an emergency supply kit.💅

Emergency kit essentials including water bottles, rope, flashlight, and first aid bag laid out on a dark surface. Text over image reads: kinda chic to create an emergency supply kit.

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ReadyWisconsin @readywisconsin.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

As another school year gets underway, review personal safety with kids, regardless of age. ☑️ Have them name 3 to 5 adults they can go to for help. ☑️ Talk about the difference between safe and unsafe secrets. ☑️ Teach them about boundaries and body autonomy.

Checklist for reviewing a personal safety plan including trusted adults, asking for help, boundaries, safe secrets, and family safety plans.

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ReadyWisconsin @readywisconsin.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

There's one week left to get your application in for either FEMA assistance or an SBA physical disaster loan if you are a survivor of storms or flooding from April 13-23.⏰ Deadline to apply is Aug. 31! Applications will still be processed beyond the deadline.

Deadline approaching to apply for FEMA assistance with three application methods: online, phone, or in-person at a Disaster Recovery Center.

Deadline to apply for FEMA assistance is one week away, with online and phone options available for help.

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ReadyWisconsin @readywisconsin.bsky.social · 23/08/2026

With the new school year about to begin, keep safety in mind around bus stops. ✅ Kids should be waiting at least 10 feet from the bus . ✅ Drivers must stop at least 20 feet from a school bus with flashing red warning lights. Learn more: ow.ly/6tJW50ZCwrW

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ReadyWisconsin @readywisconsin.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

Using the grill this weekend? 🌭 Only use grills outside & 10 feet away from anything it can burn. 🐶 Don't let children & pets near the grill. 👍 Clean it often to remove grease or fat build-up.

Illustration showing a child and dog standing 3 feet away from a lit grill to prevent burns and fires.

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ReadyWisconsin @readywisconsin.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Going for a hike this weekend? Keep safety in mind wherever you go: ✅ Be weather aware. ✅ Pack water, snacks, first aid kit, compass and paper maps. ✅ Tell family and friends your plans.

Two hikers with backpacks walking on a trail surrounded by greenery, accompanied by safety tips for hiking.

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ReadyWisconsin @readywisconsin.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Severe thunderstorms are possible later today for northwestern WI.⛈️ The main hazard is large hail, according to the National Weather Service. ✅ Stay updated on the forecast. ✅ If in a building, stay away from windows. ✅ If driving, pull over and stop at a safe location.

Map showing severe weather outlook for Wisconsin on August 20, 2026, with slight risk areas highlighted in yellow over northwestern WI.

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ReadyWisconsin @readywisconsin.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

If you were affected by April 13-23 storms or flooding, don't forget to check your furnace or water heater!👀 There may be FEMA grants to help make repairs.💰 👉 Don't forget the deadline to apply for FEMA assistance or an SBA loan is Aug. 31!

Man inspecting a furnace with tools. Graphic promoting furnace and water heater checks before winter for water damage.

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ReadyWisconsin @readywisconsin.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Thunderstorms are possible later today.⛈️ ✅ When there is lightning, stop all outdoor activities. ✅ Go indoors or a hard-topped vehicle. ✅ Wait 30 minutes after you last hear thunder to go back outside.

When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors! STOP all outdoor activities. Seek shelter in a building or hard-topped vehicle. Wait 30 minutes after you last hear thunder to resume activities.

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ReadyWisconsin @readywisconsin.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

If you were affected by storms or flooding April 13-23, you have TWO WEEKS left to apply for FEMA assistance. You can apply now at DisasterAssistance.gov. Your application will still be processed after the deadline passes. 📅 Application deadline: Aug. 31, 2026.

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ReadyWisconsin @readywisconsin.bsky.social · 16/08/2026

Getting ready for this upcoming school year? Don't forget to add safety to your back-to-school planning.🏫 📱 Create an emergency communications plan 🧐 Review safety information shared by your school,

Colorful letters spelling 'Back to School Safety' on lined paper with science and math doodles in the background.

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ReadyWisconsin @readywisconsin.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

We say in our posts to be "weather aware" but what does that mean?🤔 📱 Stay updated on the forecast from a reliable source. 👀 Be aware weather changes around you. ⚠️ Have multiple ways to receive alerts. 🤝 Check on loved ones and neighbors.

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ReadyWisconsin @readywisconsin.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Make a family emergency plan today. 📝 📱 Know how you’ll contact one another and reconnect if separated. 🏫 Establish a family meeting place that’s familiar and easy to find. 🗺️ Practice your plan.

Hand drawing a red house with smoke from the chimney, a gray tornado over water, and a storm cloud with lightning, alongside the text 'Do you have a plan?'.

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ReadyWisconsin @readywisconsin.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Thunderstorms are moving into the state this morning, with damaging winds and heavy rain as well as tornadoes possible.⛈️ ✅ Have multiple ways to receive alerts. ✅ Stay away from windows. ✅ Know where your safe place is located.

Map showing severe weather outlook for Wisconsin on August 11, 2026, with areas of slight to enhanced risk highlighted in yellow and orange.

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ReadyWisconsin @readywisconsin.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

Thunderstorms are possible for parts of our state on Tuesday.⛈️ ✅ Have multiple ways to get weather alerts. ✅ When storms are near, get indoors. ✅ Stay away from windows once indoors.

Map showing severe weather outlook for Wisconsin on August 11, 2026, highlighting slight to moderate risk areas in the southern region.

Thunderstorms can escalate quickly. Clear skies can quickly turn dark and ominous, whether due to pop-up thunderstorms or squall lines. Be prepared! Set up a way to get weather warnings on your phone. When alerted to a storm, get inside a sturdy building immediately. Stay away from windows once indoors. If a building isn't nearby, get inside a vehicle.

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