Installing an ADT monitored home alarm system is an important first step to helping protect your loved ones. But don't stop there - make sure you have considered all possible emergency situations and have a plan to deal with them. Do you live in a hurricane- or tornado-prone area? Is your home in a flood zone? Do you care for an elderly family member or small children? The following online resources are a great place to get additional information about home security and home safety.
The Federal Emergency Management Association offers a comprehensive online guide to help citizens prepare for everything from floods to earthquakes to wildfires to terrorist attacks.
This playful website, suitable for children and parents to explore together, teaches important lessons about fire safety, smoke alarms and other aspects of fire prevention.
Want to understand crime trends in your area? The FBI provides online reports and statistics on many types of violent and non-violent crime. Here you can get all the facts.