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- 8. Evacuation Plan
- 9. Survival Guide
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Survival Guide
Emergency Survival Guide: All You Need to Know
No one wants to be caught unprepared during an emergency. Without an expertly devised emergency survival guide, you may find yourself with a basement full of canned goods and no can opener. The following emergency survival guide will teach you what items you really need to have on hand and also show you how to determine the general safety of your home.
Food and Water Emergency Supplies
- 1 gallon of water per person per day for at least three days
- 3-day supply of non-perishable foods (try to maintain a healthy variety)
- 1 non-electric can opener
- 3-day supply of baby formula, if needed (may require extra water)
- 3-day supply of pet food, if needed (may require additional water)
- 7-day supply of medications
All Purpose Emergency Supplies
- Flashlight
- Hand-crank or battery-operated radio
- Extra batteries of various sizes
- Small first-aid kit
- Bleach for use in sanitation
- Garbage bags
- Baby wipes or moist hand wipes
- Matches sealed in a waterproof bag
- A whistle or possibly flares to alert authorities to your location
Personal Effects and Miscellaneous Emergency Supplies
- Blankets for warmth and bedding
- Extra set of clothes for each family member
- Toiletries
- Diapers if needed
- Pen, pencil and paper
- Books or small games for children
- Copies of all important paperwork kept in a waterproof bag
Part of a proper emergency survival guide is addressing the overall safety of a home. What good are emergency supplies if your home cannot provide a safe shelter? Outfitting your home with the following items could even keep a potentially dangerous situation from ever reaching the emergency stage:
- Working smoke detectors on every level and near every bedroom
- A portable fire extinguisher
- A carbon monoxide detector
- Pre-determined place to go in case of weather emergency, with the basement being the best location
A little preparation and a whole lot of prevention can go a long way. Gathering emergency supplies can easily fit into everyday shopping trips and children actually enjoy helping out. Following the tips listed in this emergency survival guide will help to ensure your family’s safety during any emergency.…
Posted on July 20, 2009 Filed Under Fire Safety, Survival Guide | Leave a Comment
