As citizens it is all our responsibility to be ready to respond efficiently and quickly in case of an emergency. We can not always rely on what our governments say they will do for us; we must also make preparations for ourselves. Individuals must learn that in the case of an evacuation or emergency, respect, order and discipline must prevail, for the safety of all. Evacuation drills and emergency preparations are not a waste of time and must be taken seriously.
Evacuations in the Workplace and at Home
In case of an emergency evacuation at work, it is most important that employees know the company evacuation plan and can work as a team, radios in hand, to coordinate each step of the plan. Many preparatory steps are necessary and should not be overlooked or forgotten. The essential communication equipment for communicating with all people present in the building must work. Also check that employees are able to identify the tone of each alarm in case of fire, explosion, earthquake or bomb threat. Each emergency will require that different actions are performed by employees before they leave their desks. Should the employees be responsible for securing vital corporate information, they must be familiar with the quickest way to put these materials away in a secure filing cabinet or vault.
The following links are useful in assisting you create an evacuation plan for your office or home. Navigate each site and tailor it to your needs.
The FEMA Certified Instructor’s Guide, in English and Spanish, has sample emergency kits and procedure lists for readiness at home in case of natural disasters: http://www.cert-la.com/manuals/instman.htm.
CENAPRED: The National Center for Disaster Prevention
CENAPRED, http://www.cenapred.unam.mx/, is a Mexican government organization created in 1988 as a reaction to the deadly earthquakes of Mexico City three years earlier. With the Japanese government’s economical and scientific support, valuable assistance by the National Autonomous University and the supervision by Mexico ’s Secretariat of the Interior, CENAPRED began operations in May of 1990. It is another valuble resource for expats in Mexico wanting to inform themselves on disaster prevention.
Mexico City EMERGENCY Telephone Numbers
Fire: 068 for the police communications center. Or call 5768-3700, 5768-2443 for Operations at the Merced Balbuena Headquarters, direct number: 5768-2532. Their official website is http://www.bomberos.df.gob.mx/.
Police: 060
Missing Persons/Cars Towed away by Police: 5658-1111
City Government Ambulance Service (ERUM): 5588-5100 Ext. 176
Traveling by bus in Mexico is highly enjoyable, economical and efficient. However, remember to always use your common sense. Please take note that most bus terminals are located in the cheapest areas of towns, although there are some exceptions. Most are surrounded by poor districts where crime exists.
Crime prevention at home is its own unique area of security specialization. The well-being of those close to you cannot be over-emphasized. The more attention you give this issue now, the more capable you will be in preventing problems in the future. What follows is a summary of the most important precautions you need to take if your employer is not able to provide you with a professional to help you with residential security.
There is nothing more precious than family safety and unity. The better the communication that exists among all members of your family, the more prepared everybody will be to prevent crime. Children are exposed to easily preventable dangers if they are not properly trained by their parents. By following these recommendations you will better protect your children, whether they are at home or around town.
Mexico City was the focus of the world's attention in September of 1985 when an earthquake of magnitude 8.1 on the Richter scale changed the city permanently. The origin of this ferocious natural disaster came from the Michoacan coastline and destroyed hundreds of buildings in Mexico City alone.
Everything you need to know about preventing car accidents, as well as what to do in Mexico should you be in an accident. In case of an accident, after you’ve made sure no-one is injured, call your insurance company and notify them of what has happened. Provide all details pertaining to the car insured, such as make, model, color, license plates.
The bad news is that kidnappings in Mexico are on the rise. Both Mexicans and foreigners are victims, because in Mexico there are 3 common types of kidnappings. Unfortunately, children are the most targeted group. Second, tourists and middle- or upper-class Mexicans are at risk for "Kidnapping Express," and lastly wealthy Mexican businessmen are also snatched and held for large ransoms.
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As citizens it is all our responsibility to be ready to respond efficiently and quickly in case of an emergency. We can not always rely on what our governments say they will do for us; we must also make preparations for ourselves. Individuals must learn that in the case of an evacuation or emergency, respect, order and discipline must prevail, for the safety of all. Evacuation drills and emergency preparations are not a waste of time and must be taken seriously. 
