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GACS Emergency Preparedness Resources

GACS Emergency Preparedness Resources

GACS monitors all types of emergencies; hurricanes, winter storms, natural disasters, fuel disruptions, health (COVID-19) and any other crisis impacting the convenience store industry.  Information is published to members utilizing our database regarding emergency declarations, evacuations, fuel supply, price gouging, local and/or state mandates.  Want to be kept in the loop?  Join GACS to receive timely information that impacts YOUR business. 

Resources to help YOU Prepare for the next Emergency

General Emergency Resources
​Georgia Emergency Management Agency (GEMA)
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
Ready Georgia Emergency Plan Kit
​Ready Business Hurricane Toolkit
The Red Cross
National Weather Service
Centers for Disease Control Emergency Preparedness Response
Small Business Administration Emergency Preparedness
US Government - Disasters and Emergencies
Department of Homeland Security Preparedness
Information from Government Agencies
  • Consumer Advice: Disaster Assistance (www.FoodSafety.gov)
  • DisasterAssistance.gov - (Food - DHS)
  • Emergency Disinfections of Drinking Water (EPA)
  • ​State and Local Guide 101, Chapter 5, Attachment G: Health and Medical (available in PDF) September 1996 (FEMA)
  • Field Operations Guide (available in PDF, 900 KB), (USAID)
  • Emergency Preparedness Fact Sheets February 8, 2009 (USDA)
  • Mold Remediation - Mold Information (CDC)
Resources from FDA (www.fda.gov)
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Food Defense and Emergency Response for Retail Food
  • Information from FDA
    • Restaurants and Grocers Reopening After Hurricanes and Flooding 
    • A Notice from the Food and Drug Administration to Growers, Food Manufacturers, Food Warehouse Managers, and Transporters of Food Products on How to dispose of Contaminated or Spoiled Food 
    • Hurricanes: Health and Safety Before and After a Storm
    • Guidance for Industry: A Notice from the Food and Drug Administration to Growers, Food Manufacturers, Food Warehouse Managers, and Transporters of Food Products on Decontamination of Transport Vehicles 
Resources from Conference
for Food Protection

Emergency Action Plan for Food Establishments (PDF)

Comprehensive Guidance for Food Recovery Programs

Resources from CDC
Water-related Emergencies and Outbreaks, Hygiene and Handwashing
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Drinking Water
Resources from USDA
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FSIS/FDA GUIDELINES FOR RETAIL AND FOODSERVICE ESTABLISHMENTS AFFECTED BY NATURAL OR OTHER DISASTERS

Emergencies​
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  • Membership
    • Membership Application
    • Member Login
    • Member Directory
  • Advocacy
    • State & Federal Links
    • Proposed Alcohol Reg Changes
  • Events
    • GACS Photo Galleries
    • Calendar
    • Legislative In-Store Events
    • Annual Convention
    • Southern Convenience Store & Petroleum Show >
      • Helpful Links Page
    • Spring Golf Tournament
    • Fall PAC Fundraiser
    • BOD/Supplier/YP Meetings
    • Lunch & Learn Workshops
    • Legislative Reception
  • Member Services
    • Anti Human Trafficking Efforts
    • Careers in Convenience
    • Emergency Preparedness Info
    • Training & Development
    • NACS Resources
  • Educational Foundation
    • Ed Foundation Leadership
    • Scholarships & Funding
    • Scholarship Winners
  • Media & Publications
    • GACS GEMS - Member Stories
    • GACS Today Magazine
  • About GACS
    • Our Team
    • Contact Us
    • Board of Directors
    • Supplier Committee
    • Young Professionals Group
    • Affiliate Associations
  • Industry News