SPRINGFIELD, IL (KFVS) - The Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) is stressing the importance of emergency  preparedness throughout May as part of its 2013 preparedness campaign.

“Businesses that emphasize emergency preparedness both in the workplace and for their employees at home help protect their most important assets, their employees,” said IEMA Director Jonathon Monken.  “Throughout May, we’re encouraging businesses to take a look at their workplace emergency plans, conduct safety drills and encourage their employees to put together a home emergency supply kit and family communications plan.”

Monken said his agency plans to provide preparedness information and tips to staff throughout May. 

IEMA says to develop a plan that addresses each threat, taking into consideration different shifts.

 Other parts of an emergency plan include:

MARION, IL (KFVS) -  The Williamson County Tourism Bureau is celebrating National Travel & Tourism Week with a creative twist.

Beginning on May 4, the bureau will take to the streets with a special guest, “Wilma C. Travel”, spreading the word of the many ways to Explore, Discover and Unwind in Williamson County.

We will also launch a new marketing initiative for the bureau, entitled “Where’s Wilma”.

Keep an eye out for Wilma throughout the county and/or befriend the bureau on Facebook, for chances to win a variety of prizes.

On May 8 from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. stop by the bureau office for a quick take breakfast, meet the staff, have your picture made with Wilma and be entered into a special prize package drawing.

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