Hundreds of people headed to the Berglund Center IN Roanoke for the 4th Prepareathon to learn how to stay safe during natural disasters and emergencies.

ROANOKE, Va. - A natural disaster could happen any time, so several agencies in Roanoke helped people plan before one hits Virginia. The Roanoke Prepareathon set up inside of Center in the Square's atrium Saturday morning. Agencies including the National Weather Service, Red Cross and Roanoke Fire and Emergency Management Services educated people about disaster risks while helping them build emergency kits. He says he appreciated the tips at the Prepareathon and hopes others take heed of the warning. The Prepareathon is a nationwide event sponsored by the Federal Emergency Management Agency.