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The importance of putting together a home emergency kit to help you and your family through a disaster is pretty obvious. Think back on the millions of people along the East Coast who lost power for days because of Sandy. 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. If there is some sort of disaster, these are some of the items that should be prepared:
Get a flashlight. Go with a high quality one, and a rechargeable version will not be suitable. Don't forget that days could go by with no power at all to your home. Spare batteries are essential, and if the spares are getting near their expiration date, get some fresh ones. For people who know how to properly store and use kerosene lamps, this is another decent thing for your kit. Candles should be included, and in order to light them or build a fire, matches are essential.
Something else that you should add is hand sanitizer. Water can become contaminated, so it may be a while before you will be able to wash your hands normally. Hand sanitizer and paper towels should be part of your kit in order for you to avoid germs and to be more comfortable.
It's crucial to have a car adapter. 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. When water is not fit for washing, it certainly isn't fit for drinking. Keep at least one case of water on hand at all times so you can stay hydrated. If a hurricane or other kind of disaster is imminent, gather as much drinkable water as possible.
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. You should have some gasoline stored somewhere safe. Of course don't forget to put an old-fashioned can opener in your kit. Some plastic utensils, bowls, and cups should be in the kit, as well as some paper plates.
Have a first aid kit with plenty of supplies inside. Your first aid kit should include pain relievers, bandages, gauze, allergy pills, gastrointestinal medicine, antibiotic ointments and other things that are specific to your family's specific medical conditions. Be sure that any prescriptions your family needs are not forgotten.
If you don't have sleeping bags for everyone, you should purchase some. Remember, you could be without a bed for some time. You and your family can stay warm and comfortable if there are sleeping bags for everyone ready in case you need to evacuate the home.
Having these items will not make the situation perfect. But they can help you and family survive the worst of times until power is restored and you're back in your home.
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. If there is some sort of disaster, these are some of the items that should be prepared:
Get a flashlight. Go with a high quality one, and a rechargeable version will not be suitable. Don't forget that days could go by with no power at all to your home. Spare batteries are essential, and if the spares are getting near their expiration date, get some fresh ones. For people who know how to properly store and use kerosene lamps, this is another decent thing for your kit. Candles should be included, and in order to light them or build a fire, matches are essential.
Something else that you should add is hand sanitizer. Water can become contaminated, so it may be a while before you will be able to wash your hands normally. Hand sanitizer and paper towels should be part of your kit in order for you to avoid germs and to be more comfortable.
It's crucial to have a car adapter. 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. When water is not fit for washing, it certainly isn't fit for drinking. Keep at least one case of water on hand at all times so you can stay hydrated. If a hurricane or other kind of disaster is imminent, gather as much drinkable water as possible.
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. You should have some gasoline stored somewhere safe. Of course don't forget to put an old-fashioned can opener in your kit. Some plastic utensils, bowls, and cups should be in the kit, as well as some paper plates.
Have a first aid kit with plenty of supplies inside. Your first aid kit should include pain relievers, bandages, gauze, allergy pills, gastrointestinal medicine, antibiotic ointments and other things that are specific to your family's specific medical conditions. Be sure that any prescriptions your family needs are not forgotten.
If you don't have sleeping bags for everyone, you should purchase some. Remember, you could be without a bed for some time. You and your family can stay warm and comfortable if there are sleeping bags for everyone ready in case you need to evacuate the home.
Having these items will not make the situation perfect. But they can help you and family survive the worst of times until power is restored and you're back in your home.
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