welcome to:how to prepare for a natural disaster
A natural disaster can occur at any time.
Earthquakes, Floods, Fires, and storms all
can strike without warning.
Follow these basic steps to better prepare
for your next disaster.
1.
First Aid Kit
Having a first aid kit can be mission critical
during a disaster.
Quickly being able to access medical supplies
like bandages can be used to treat injuries
for yourself and others.
2.
Water
Keeping bottled Water or a drum of water is
one of the best steps you can take to prepare
for an emergency.
In a disaster, this is one of the first things
you may need.
3.
Have a flashlight.
Having a flashlight with spare batteries ready
to go can be essential when there is a power
outage which often occurs after a natural
disaster.
A disaster can strike at any time of day or
night.
4.
Money
Credit cards and ATM's may be useless in a
city wide power outage.
Having some old fashioned cash may allow you
to purchase vital supplies in an emergency.
In a disaster, cash is king.
5.
Battery Power Pack
Keep a battery pack or 2 charged up ready
to go in case of a natural disaster.
Being able to charge your cell phone a couple
of times with the battery could extend the
use of your phone which can be a vital resource.
6.
Food
Keeping a decent amount of non perishable
food in the pantry can make a big difference
in a disaster.
In some disasters local stores sell out of
food very quickly and new deliveries can take
days or weeks to arrive.
Keeping your own store of food can help with
your empty stomach in this circumstance.
7.
Have an escape plan.
In the case of wildfires or a tsunami the
best defense is getting away as quickly as
you can!
Having a plan of attack for your quick evacuation
can help make the decision to leave quicker
and easier.
Don't risk your life for items that can be
replaced.
Have a box of sentimental items like photos
ready to grab if you need to leave in a hurry.
8.
Radio
Having a battery operated wireless radio can
be a huge help in a massive disaster.
With no power and no cell phone coverage,
a radio can be used to get news of the disaster
and any rescue efforts that may be underway.
Remember to always listen and pay attention
to the local authorities and emergency services.
Be safe and be prepared!
