Posted September 18, 2025
The Montgomery Township Police in partnership with the Health Department and the American Red Cross hosted a presentation on Emergency Planning on Tuesday September 16 at the Montgomery Municipal Building – Library meeting room.
The presentation contained vital information on the best ways to keep yourself and your family safe during emergencies.
Chief of Police Silvio Bet
Chief Bet said, “As part of our ongoing commitment to improving the overall safety of our community, our department is actively partnering with other departments and agencies. We hope the take away from the event is that while emergencies and disasters are unpredictable; preparedness is a choice we make together by Being Aware - Staying Ready - and Keeping Informed.”
Information regarding disaster and emergency preparedness planning was provided by the police department, health department, American Red Cross, and Montgomery Office of Emergency Management.
The American Red Cross recommends three key preparedness actions. Make a plan, assemble a kit, and stay informed.
Make a plan to include details on how your family will communicate and reunite if separated during a disaster to include an evacuation plan with alternate routes and a home fire escape plan including a reunification destination if separated during a disaster.
Assemble a kit to include food, water, medications, as well as items for pets.
Stay informed – Be aware how to receive emergency messaging and alerts for your area. Download the American Red Cross App for guidance on creating an emergency plan and information on various emergency and disaster types.
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The Montgomery Township Police Department would like to thank the American Red Cross and the Montgomery Health Department for being strong advocates in emergency/disaster planning and our local Wawa for sponsoring coffee for the event.
Chief Bet would also like to thank Mayor Neena Singh who spoke at the event for her continued support of all proactive community safety initiatives.
The presentation was coordinated by Lieutenant Andrew Perry, Services Commander.
