Effective Date:
General Information
Find quick answers about how Get Ready works—what we provide, how alerts are issued, which islands are covered, when pages are updated, and where our information comes from (The Bahamas Department of Meteorology, the National Hurricane Center, and official DRM partners). Learn basic hazard terms, how to use our preparedness guides and maps, and how to subscribe or report an issue. For urgent help, always follow official alerts and contact local emergency services.
What is Get Ready?
Get Ready is a public education initiative under the Disaster Risk Management (DRM) Authority. It is designed to equip individuals, families, businesses, and communities across The Bahamas with the tools, resources, and information they need to prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters.
Who manages the Get Ready website?
The Disaster Risk Management (DRM) Authority, a national body responsible for coordinating disaster risk reduction and emergency preparedness in The Bahamas, manages the Get Ready website.
How do I contact Get Ready?
Get Ready is here to help with preparedness guidance, alerts, and website support. For general questions, feedback, media requests, accessibility assistance, or to share community information, email connect@drm.gov.bs. For urgent inquiries—especially during active weather—call 1 (242) 322-6081 to reach our team. If you need to visit us, our office is located at the Operations Centre, Gladstone Rd. For in-person assistance, please contact us first by email or phone to confirm access and hours. During severe weather, our lines may be busy; continue following official updates on the Get Ready website and channels from The Bahamas Department of Meteorology. For life-threatening situations, contact local emergency services immediately.
How do alerts work on Get Ready?
Alerts will be shown whenever there is an active storm in any area of the Bahamas. An event dashboard will appear on the front page of the website with updates refreshing every 3-4 hours.
Preparedness
Get Ready’s Preparedness FAQs show exactly how to get ready before, during, and after a storm. Find step-by-step guidance to make a family communication plan, protect homes and businesses, care for seniors, persons with disabilities, and pets, understand evacuation and shelters, back up documents and check insurance, and use generators safely. Guidance is tailored to islands across The Bahamas—review and update your supplies each season, and always follow official alerts.
What types of disasters does Get Ready help prepare for?
We focus on all-hazard preparedness, including hurricanes, floods, fires, tsunamis, pandemics, and other natural or man-made emergencies that may affect the country.
Where can I find official updates during a disaster?
During an emergency, real-time updates will be posted on the Get Ready website, official government social media channels, and shared through radio, TV, and SMS alerts. Always rely on trusted sources such as DRM Authority, and the Bahamas Department of Meteorology.
How can I prepare my family for a disaster?
Start by creating a family emergency plan, preparing a disaster supply kit, and identifying your nearest shelter. The Get Ready website offers downloadable checklists, planning guides, and safety tips to help you get started.
