Extreme weather is a year-round threat but can be of extra concern between July and December in many places. If you live in an area that tends to have weather such as hurricanes or extreme heat waves, you can take steps ahead of time to prepare. Make an emergency plan for you, your family, and your neighborhood, and build an emergency kit. Sign up for emergency alerts and warnings. Know how to seek shelter or help if needed (see Additional Resources section for the FEMA App). Reach out and look after neighbors (especially those who may be more at risk: the elderly, young children, people who are pregnant, or those with chronic health conditions) if your community experiences an extreme weather event. Work as a community to develop and share evacuation plans.