Always Quote by Mike Crapo
“A major part of being prepared is having a plan. Local calls don't always work in the immediate vicinity of a disaster, so it's important to have an out-of-town contact with whom the entire family can check in.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Interview on disaster preparedness, 2020
Being prepared means having a concrete plan and reliable contacts beyond immediate reach.
In simple terms: Plan and have contacts.
Key Takeaway
Create a disaster plan with external contacts.
Themes
preparedness
planning
family safety
Mood
practical
serious
Type
instructional
informative
When to use this quote
- family emergency plan
- community alerts
- business continuity
Key Concepts
risk management
communication strategies
Questions to Reflect On
- Who is your out‑of‑town contact?
- How often will you review the plan?
A Different Perspective
Plans can fail without regular updates.
