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Red Cross wants New Yorkers to be prepared for unexpected

The American Red Cross in Greater New York is hosting a free class called “Preparing for the Unexpected.” The class is conducted by American Red Cross instructors and provides valuable information on steps to take in response to an unexpected em

Preparing for the Unexpected is a 90-minute presentation that teaches families, individuals and businesses safety steps to take before and during general emergency situations. Topics include:

How to create your family’s Emergency Communications Plan

How to assemble and personalize your home, business or car Disaster Supplies Kit

What to do if disaster strikes

Basic First Aid techniques

Presentations are given at the American Red Cross in Greater New York headquarters every Thursday starting at 6:15 p.m. and are approximately 90 minutes long. Headquarters are located at 150 Amsterdam Avenue between 66th and 67th Streets.

Reservations are required. To reserve a seat please call 1-877-REDCROSS, Ext. 2482 or register to attend a course online at www.nyredcross.org. Businesses and community-based organizations can request a free presentation for 15 people or more.