Disaster and Emergency Preparedness

American Red Cross
NACS has partnered with the Red Cross to advance community giving and disaster relief programs for NACS member companies. Learn other ways to help. The Red Cross also has information on disaster preparedness.

Download the FEMA mobile app (available in English and Spanish) for a customizable checklist of emergency supplies, directions to open shelters and recovery centers, disaster survival tips and weather alerts from the National Weather Service.

Unfortunately, disasters often bring out criminals who prey on the needs of disaster survivors by offering fraudulent services. Read FEMA's “How To Avoid and Report Scam Artists After a Disaster” report for guidance.

Occupational Safety & Health Administration
OSHA offers emergency preparedness and response information on how to prepare and train for emergencies and hazards.
 

Small Business Administration
This administration covers topics on preparing for a disaster, creating a disaster plan and making a supply kit.
 

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
The CDC offers resources for natural disasters and severe weather, including checklists. The CDC also has planning guidelines for community virus mitigation strategies in the case of a flu pandemic.

 

"Enhancing Emergency Preparedness for Natural Disasters: Government and Oil and Natural Gas Industry Actions to Prepare, Respond, and Recover" provides advice on how the oil and natural gas industry and government can better prepare for and respond to significant disruptions to oil and natural gas supply chains caused by natural disasters, such as hurricanes, earthquakes, floods, etc.

Community Stores
September 2018​
Two convenience store chains—QMart and High’s—mobilized their employees and the community to support two tragedies.

Connect with a Cause
May 2018​
NACS and the American Red Cross have teamed up to advance community giving and disaster relief programs for NACS member companies with the launch of a retailer in-store Customer Donation Kit.

After the Storms
December 2017
A trifecta of hurricanes ravaged the United States and Puerto Rico, testing the fuel infrastructure and the convenience industry, which emerged as a beacon of hope to affected communities.

When Mother Nature Strikes
May 2017​
Retailers affected by hurricanes want to stay open, but when disruptions occur, retailers are susceptible to changes in product availability and volatile wholesale prices.