Do you know what risks are present in your own neighborhood? Probably not says Director John Benson, of The Iowa Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management. He gives advice for every Iowan in case of an emergency, because in many cases the Cavalry can't make it until it's too late.
Director Benson says the Iowa, FEMA, and help will eventually get to you, but it's up to you to hold out until they arrive. He discusses flood preparedness, what changes the state if making to ensure floods happen less, and how emergency alert systems are changing as technology changes.
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