From wildfires to floods, hurricanes to tornadoes—and even earthquakes and tsunamis—the events of 2011 have served as stark reminders that disasters can strike anywhere. A new software tool is now available to help individuals, families and neighborhoods prepare for these risks more effectively.

DepictionPrep preparedness mapping software is a powerful, engaging and even fun new way to build disaster plans visually, using unique mapping and simulation tools. Depiction, Inc. announced today that the software is officially available for purchase at www.DepictionPrep.com for the introductory price of $29.95.

DepictionPrep should become a key part of your emergency preparedness kit. It provides an easy, visual tool for:

• Making a visual disaster plan—mapping key locations and routes so you know what do to if a disaster strikes when at home, work or school;
• Visually locating key utility shutoffs and identifying the location of key emergency equipment around your home and neighborhood;
• Printing maps with key contact information to give to all family members;
• Learning about the hazards in your area, from flood zones to historical disasters and more—and even simulating ‘what if’ disasters in your own neighborhood;
• Building a more resilient community by working with neighbors to identify and map the resources, dangers and vulnerable people around you.

DepictionPrep is Windows software based on the Depiction mapping platform, used by emergency management agencies and non-profit preparedness organizations in disaster preparedness and emergency response. This new product puts Depiction technology into an inexpensive and easy-to-use tool ideal for individuals and families, whether working to prepare independently or with a community team.

About Depiction, Inc.
Depiction, Inc. makes Depiction mapping, simulation and collaboration software, bringing expert level GIS, modeling and other tools to everyday users in the disaster preparedness field and beyond. The full version of Depiction 1.3 can be purchased for just $199 at www.depiction.com. DepictionPrep is available at www.DepictionPrep.com.

For more information, please contact Depiction, Inc. at 425-297-1950 or info@depiction.com.