NORMAN, Okla. (KFOR) - The City of Norman's Emergency Management Division and partner agencies are set to host a free informational Preparedness Day event on September 30, helping individuals stay prepared and informed. City officials say, Norman resident and surrounding communities are invited to visit with local service organizations at the event and address concerns related to public preparedness with local officials and or volunteers. Other Headlines Benton County couple accused of trying to sell baby for beer, money Investigation leads to 3 suspects sought after $1,500 theft, police say Hecklers drown out NYC Mayor Eric Adams press conference as he rejects calls to resign Deer Creek High School band invited to play in London New Year's Day Parade Low-cost fall break camp enrollment starts Oct. 14, says City of OKC “Personal preparedness is the key to being ready for the next emergency. We use opportunities, such as this day at the mall, to meet with the public and discuss their concerns about preparedness and readiness issues they are interested in." David Grizzle, City of Norman’s Emergency Management Coordinator According to Grizzle, the month of September is observed annually as National Preparedness Month. Volunteers are set to be on hand to assist residents with programming weather radios and the opportunity to sign up with the Norman's Emergency Management team. Norman's Fire Chief and Emergency Manager Chief Travis King says, with recent weather conditions the importance of staying prepared for severe weather is key. “This time of year we would like to remind the residents of Norman to check the batteries in their NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) weather radio or smoke alarms, update their emergency preparedness kits and review their family emergency plans”, King said. “A major change over recent years in preparing for severe weather has been the creation of applications that can be downloaded on a smart phone but these applications must also be reviewed to make sure they are up to date and the settings are correct.” Norman's Fire Chief and Emergency Manager Chief Travis King DETAILS: Location: Sooner MallAddress: 3301 W. Main StreetTime: 12 noon - 6:00 p.m. Following the Preparedness Day event, attendees can take part in National Night Out, which runs until 9:00 p.m. that evening at Sooner Mall. For more information, contact David Grizzle at 405-292-9780.