Emergencies: How Prepared are you?

27 August 2026

This September, residents in West Northamptonshire are invited to take part in the annual September is Preparedness Month campaign, delivered through the national 30 Days 30 Ways UK initiative. 

Running from 1–30 September, the campaign shares simple daily activities designed to help people prepare for emergencies and strengthen personal and community resilience. Each day highlights a different theme, from flooding and power cuts to fire safety, first aid, and mental health, with practical tips and resources to put into action. 

During the campaign, residents are encouraged to complete a short survey to help assess how prepared they currently feel for unexpected events. The survey opens on 1 September. 

Cllr Andrew Last, Cabinet Member for HR, Corporate and Regulatory Services at WNC:

“When we think of emergencies, we often think of rare, large-scale events. Yet the disruptions most of us are likely to experience are things like power cuts, gas leaks, burst water mains and severe weather.

Being prepared doesn't have to be complicated. A few simple steps can help you cope with everyday emergencies and give you greater confidence and resilience when facing unexpected situations.”

Joanne Maddams, Emergency Planning Manager at WNC and co-founder of the 30 Days 30 Ways UK campaign: 

“We’re proud to be part of this year’s campaign, working with partners across the UK to share simple, practical advice that helps people prepare for the unexpected. This year, we are building on the campaign’s success with fresh resources, new challenges and more ways for people to get involved.” 

Residents can follow the campaign through daily updates on social media by searching #30Days30WaysUK, and explore resources and activities on the campaign website. 

For more information, visit our 30 Days 30 Ways webpage  or see www.30days30waysuk.com or email [email protected].