You and your family will have a much greater chance of surviving a major catastrophe if there is a home emergency kit prepared beforehand. We all remember the news stories about Hurricane Sandy and how millions of people were unprepared. Are you prepared for such a catastrophe?
We all hope that this will never happen to us. But it makes sense to put together an emergency kit just in case a similar situation strikes you and family. These are some of the basic items that you should have ready:
Flashlights. You'll need a good one, and it shouldn't be a rechargeable one, either. Remember, the power could be out for days. Spare batteries are essential, and if the spares are getting near their expiration date, get some fresh ones. If you're comfortable with a kerosene lamp, that's not a bad option, either. Candles should be included, and in order to light them or build a fire, matches are essential.
Hand sanitizer is another important item. Washing your hands may not be something that you can do for a while if the water system has been contaminated. Hand sanitizer and paper towels should be part of your kit in order for you to avoid germs and to be more comfortable.
A car adapter is a must. You can use this to recharge your electronics, including your smartphone, so that you can have communication that you will definitely need.
You are going to need bottled water. If you won't have water for washing your hands, you certainly might not have it for drinking purposes. Keep at least one case of water on hand at all times so you can stay hydrated. You can never have too much drinkable water, and if there is a major storm warning like a hurricane, stock up as much as you can.
Your emergency kit's food supply should be enough for a minimum of two weeks. Non-perishable food items are essential - canned goods, peanut butter, and energy bars are good to add. It will help if you have a way to cook as well - a gas grill will do just fine. Keep an extra container of gas around if you can. If you forget a can opener you will have some trouble, so store one in your kit as well. You'll also need a supply of paper plates, some plastic bowls and cups and some plastic utensils.
Have a first aid kit with plenty of supplies inside. Keep bandages, antibiotic ointments and other supplies, in addition to pain relievers and gastrointestinal medicines and any allergy pills you regularly take. Be sure that any prescriptions your family needs are not forgotten.
Sleeping bags are convenient and most of us have them already. Remember, you could be without a bed for some time. Sleeping bags can add some comfort - and warmth - if you're forced out of your home temporarily.
If you have no power, these items can't make up for that. But these things will make the time you spend without power much less difficult, and your family will be safer and healthier until life gets back to normal.
We all hope that this will never happen to us. But it makes sense to put together an emergency kit just in case a similar situation strikes you and family. These are some of the basic items that you should have ready:
Flashlights. You'll need a good one, and it shouldn't be a rechargeable one, either. Remember, the power could be out for days. Spare batteries are essential, and if the spares are getting near their expiration date, get some fresh ones. If you're comfortable with a kerosene lamp, that's not a bad option, either. Candles should be included, and in order to light them or build a fire, matches are essential.
Hand sanitizer is another important item. Washing your hands may not be something that you can do for a while if the water system has been contaminated. Hand sanitizer and paper towels should be part of your kit in order for you to avoid germs and to be more comfortable.
A car adapter is a must. You can use this to recharge your electronics, including your smartphone, so that you can have communication that you will definitely need.
You are going to need bottled water. If you won't have water for washing your hands, you certainly might not have it for drinking purposes. Keep at least one case of water on hand at all times so you can stay hydrated. You can never have too much drinkable water, and if there is a major storm warning like a hurricane, stock up as much as you can.
Your emergency kit's food supply should be enough for a minimum of two weeks. Non-perishable food items are essential - canned goods, peanut butter, and energy bars are good to add. It will help if you have a way to cook as well - a gas grill will do just fine. Keep an extra container of gas around if you can. If you forget a can opener you will have some trouble, so store one in your kit as well. You'll also need a supply of paper plates, some plastic bowls and cups and some plastic utensils.
Have a first aid kit with plenty of supplies inside. Keep bandages, antibiotic ointments and other supplies, in addition to pain relievers and gastrointestinal medicines and any allergy pills you regularly take. Be sure that any prescriptions your family needs are not forgotten.
Sleeping bags are convenient and most of us have them already. Remember, you could be without a bed for some time. Sleeping bags can add some comfort - and warmth - if you're forced out of your home temporarily.
If you have no power, these items can't make up for that. But these things will make the time you spend without power much less difficult, and your family will be safer and healthier until life gets back to normal.
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