Do you think getting prepared is too hard? Are you overwhelmed by the thought of monthly goals? Then start here with these ten easy steps and you will be well on your way to preparedness in just a few months. One: Assemble a 72-hour kit This is the best place to start. Assemble a kit…
From FEMA to Red Cross to prepper sites across the internet, everyone agrees: the first thing you should do to be prepared for an emergency it to have a 72-hour kit (and a bug-out-bag) for each family member. Now you can go all out and buy a ready-made kit from any number of on-line sites,…
There are apps and websites for just about anything you can imagine and the same is true for Preparedness. Here is just a sampling of the many apps and websites that can help you be better prepared: From FEMA The Emergency Prep app from FEMA alerts you to natural disasters and tells you where nearby shelters and other services…
It’s time to put your preparedness skills to the test. Imagine this: You are fast asleep on a cool autumn night and at 2:30 in the morning the sirens begin to blare. A train has derailed just ½ mile from your house. Several cars carrying anhydrous ammonia have overturned and the breeze is carrying the…
You need more than just food Food is not the only thing to consider as you work towards a three-month storage. Although food is the most vital, don’t forget the non-food items that you use every day: shampoo, toothpaste, toilet paper, feminine hygiene products, razors, etc. You’ll want at least a three-month supply of these…
September is National Preparedness Month. It’s a great time to evaluate your own level of preparedness and see what preparedness plans and services your city or county has. How are you going to celebrate National Preparedness Month? Here are some ideas: Find out about Preparedness plans in your area. Every community should have an Emergency Response…