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Friday 3 October 2014

The Necessity Of Disaster Preparedness Kits


By Karina Frost


September is National Preparedness Month. For this reason, many organizations are creating awareness about emergencies that are likely to take place. Information on what to do during such times is given. Disaster preparedness kits are a collection of supplies needed in case of an emergency. They are necessary to avoid being stranded in case of a crisis.

It is normal for some disasters to occur in certain places. This determines what should be packed in a kit. It is essential to pack basic needs that normally include water and food to name a few. The food should be easy to make and not liable to spoil. Some people require special medicine or items with them depending on their needs. They should bring such items with them.

These emergency items should be packed in easy to carry kits. They should also be clearly labeled and stored where they are easily accessible. It is important for individuals to regularly check expiration dates on things like food and batteries that are stored in there. This helps ensure the emergency kit works for you and not against you.

Children can be useful when making plans for such an occurrence. They can be put in charge of making kits for the family pet. They may also add to the survival kit requirements. They could need things like games. Kids can also remind the family when emergency supplies should be checked. Involving them is a way of preparing them for such an occurrence.

If individuals do not prepare for a crisis they may end up stranded. An important step for preparation is knowing what you could face. A place could be prone to earthquakes so one should know safety measures in case of such an occurrence. Every place should make safety plans such as school and work places.

There should be a plan on where to regroup if a family has to move out from their home. An evacuation trial can be done earlier for practice purposes. During this trial other possible routes could be identified. This gives an added advantage in case the original route is rendered impassable. Not only that but one could also master the evacuation routes well.

You can try and acquire extra skills that could be of help. One can learn first aid and also fire extinguishing techniques. When planning for your pet you should find out about pet-friendly shelters. This is because some places have policies that do not allow pets. Your evacuation route should have such a place.

We cannot prevent disasters from happening, however, we can try to survive. Whereas it is important to have a survival kit, it could be useless if one does not know how to use it. Therefore, it is essential for an individual to learn how to use it. It should be checked regularly to ensure things are in working order. Lastly, it should be well assembled and ready to use. Do not let disasters deter your lifestyle take early precautions and prevent adverse effects.




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