2023 Prepareathon’s goal: helping people get ready for natural disasters Gene Marrano September 12, 2023 1 minute read Roanoke City wants you to prepared should disaster strike. WFIR’s Denise Allen Membreno has more on the upcoming Prepareathon, which is also part of the Welcoming Week observance. Share: Post navigation Previous: New Carilion Family and Community Medicine office cuts the ribbonNext: More details about fatal I-81 crash on Saturday Related Stories Roanoke unveils historic marker to honor ophthalmology pioneer Web Staff April 17, 2026 Roanoke prepares for record heat, road closures during Blue Ridge Marathon Ian Price April 17, 2026 Virginia agency warns drivers against cannabis use ahead of 4/20 Web Staff April 17, 2026