Posts Tagged ‘ disaster ’

Emergency Preparedness

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With modern conveniences such as electricity and technology, we have become accustomed to a standard of living in which lights, water, and food are always available at our fingertips. We have also come to expect that if we have an emergency, the paramedics, fire trucks, and police are just minutes away and ready to come to our rescue. All of these are essential to life and survival, but can you really expect them during a major emergency or disaster? The answer is quite simply…no. No matter where we live, we are susceptible to some type of disaster. Floods, earthquakes,...

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Family Communications Plan

Family Communications Plan

One of the first things that will fail in a disaster is communications.  Unfortunately, it is one thing we need most following a disaster.  Most families are separated during the day and sometimes evening.  With parents working, kids going to school and their after school activities, we are rarely together at all times. We already know how important it is to have emergency supplies on hand. You should have emergency kits that can be picked up and are ready to grab and go. Emergency food and water are a must. If disaster strikes though, how will you be able...

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