National Preparedness Month

National Preparedness Month (NPM) is a nationwide campaign held every September in the United States to encourage individuals, families, communities, and organizations to prepare for disasters and emergencies. It is organized by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), in partnership with the Ready Campaign.

The core goals of National Preparedness Month include:

  • Making a Plan - Knowing how you and your loved ones will communicate and where you will go in an emergency.
  • Building a Kit - Having supplies ready to last at least 72 hours, including food, water, medications, and essential items.
  • Staying Informed - Knowing the risks in your area and how to receive emergency alerts. Getting involved: Supporting community preparedness efforts, such as volunteering with organizations like CERT (Community Emergency Response Team).

Each year, our department supports National Preparedness Month with a coordinated effort that includes a social media campaign, FREE weekly public outreach events, and a Preparedness Fair. These activities provide opportunities for community members to learn more about emergency planning, connect with local resources, and take practical steps toward readiness.

For 2025, our schedule includes...

NPM & STEAR Presentation

Thursday, September 4, 2025
Haltom City Senior Center (3201 Friendly Ln.)
12:15 - 1:15 p.m.

Participants will learn basic emergency preparedness skills and will have the opportunity to sign-up for the State of Texas Emergency Assistance Registry (STEAR).

Scout Merit Badge Night

Tuesday, September 9, 2025
Haltom City Police Department (5110 Broadway Ave.)
6 - 8 p.m.

Haltom City Emergency Management and the Haltom City Police Department are excited to offer a free class to help Scouts earn their Emergency Preparedness Merit Badge. Registration is required, and spots are limited. To sign up, parents can email PublicSafetyMB@gmail.com with their name, phone number, and email, along with their Scout's name and troop number.

Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events (CRASE)

Wednesday, September 17, 2025
Haltom City - City Hall (4801 Haltom Rd.)
6 - 9 p.m.

Learn life-saving strategies in this nationally recognized course developed by the ALERRT Center at Texas State University. CRASE teaches the Avoid, Deny, Defend approach, situational awareness, and what to expect when law enforcement arrives. This interactive training equips community members with practical tools to stay safe in an active threat situation.

Registration Required

Extreme Event

Thursday, September 25, 2025
Haltom City Public Library (4809 Haltom Rd.)
6:30 - 8 p.m.

Players work together in this award-winning role-playing game that plunges you into the heart of a disaster scenario to make decisions and solve problems during a fast-paced simulation. Designed for ages 14 and up.

Registration Required

*Disclaimer: while we are learning about extreme events/disasters, participants will be doing nothing extreme or physical in nature.

Preparedness Fair

Saturday, September 27, 2025
Haltom City - City Hall (4801 Haltom Rd.)
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Bring the whole family for a community event all about being prepared! Kids can enjoy the Prepare with Pedro activity books, everyone can test their knowledge with Preparedness Trivia, and you'll get to climb inside police and fire vehicles. Plus, enter our raffle for a chance to win a NOAA weather radio!

We hope you'll join us in celebrating National Preparedness Month by learning new skills, meeting your neighbors, and having fun while getting prepared.