Monday, June 2, 2008

It's always Disaster Season

There are hundreds of thousands of dialysis and kidney transplant patients in the United States. Do you know how many of them live in a disaster-prone area?

ALL OF THEM.

June 1 marks the beginning of the Atlantic Hurricane Season. Forecasters expect an above average season. The average season has 11 named storms. For the complete forecast, visit
http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2008/20080522_hurricaneoutlook.html

Remember, while hurricanes can be deadly, many other types of disasters are happening around the country. Tornadoes strike without warning. Floods leave little time to prepare. Hazardous materials spills can threaten any neighborhood. Are you prepared?