Once a pending disaster has been announced or has just struck, you will need to move quickly. Here are some resources to get you started.

• Evacuate or Stay Put - Information to help you decide to evacuate or shelter in place.

• Gathering Up Loved Ones - Your family may not be in one location when disaster strikes.

• Emergency Food & Water - Information for finding food and water in an emergency.

• Emergency Shelter - Resources on choosing a place in your home or other building that is safest for the hazard.

• Emergency Medical - Help may not be available. Here are some basic tips on caring for injuries.

Covington, TN, November 16, 2002 -- A girl sits on what used to be the roof of her grandmother's home. Her home was destroyed by tornadoes Nov. 10th. (FEMA/Roll)