Notify NYC
Notify NYC is a new service designed to enhance the delivery of emergency information to the public. During the pilot phase, the City will test different kinds of public messaging, including email, text messaging and telephone, to determine the best way to launch a Citywide program. There are currently four communities involved in the pilot. Learn more

Be prepared for any Emergency! The Department for the Aging’s Ready New York Guide for Seniors and People with Disabilities can assist you in the event of emergency situations. This guide, prepared in collaboration with the New York City Office of Emergency Management and the Mayor’s Office for People with Disabilities, contains vital information in the event of strikes, storms and utility outages. The guide is also available in: Spanish, Russian & Chinese. You can also call 311 for the guide on audiotape.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency's guide "Are You Ready" can help you prepare yourself and your family for any emergency situation.

The Red Cross has valuable information that can help you get prepared before disaster strikes.

The US Department of Homeland Security can help you stay informed and prepared in the event of national emergencies. See also Ready.gov's Get a Kit, Make a Plan, Be Informed.

Citizen Corps is a Government hub to help citizens stay informed and be prepared for threats and/or unexpected events, including terrorist threats.

The New York City Office of Emergency Management's Ready New York Guide can prepare you for any emergency situation.

The Department of Health and Mental Hygiene's New York City AWARE program helps keep New York City residents informed on the Department's preparedness for possible public health emergencies.

Lifenet provides experienced counseling services if you are experiencing anxiety or depression over current events.
Call them:
Lifenet--1-800-543-3638
Lifenet (Spanish)--1-877 AYUDESE (298-3373)
Lifenet (Chinese)--1-877 990-8585