Most crises will be regional and relatively short-lived. There is a high likelihood that a power outage will accompany them. Credit-card systems and ATMs will be down, and electronic transfers may not be possible, so
Having proper shelter is critical in an emergency. Next to being able to breathe, shelter is the most important requirement for survival. Exposure to extreme conditions, whether hot or cold, can put you in a
First aid is the initial response to an acute medical illness or injury. This week the preparedness challenge is make sure you are prepared if you need to give first aid. This includes using a
Take action to prepare for power outages, specifically, what are you going to do about lighting when the lights go out? Sometimes, power outages are a short, minor inconvenience. Other times power may be out for days or even weeks. There are several types of emergency lighting worth considering.
Do you rely on your phone for keeping track of important phone numbers? Since dialing our phones is automatic with just the touch of a screen, most of us don’t memorize very many phone numbers, even those we call frequently. The only phone number besides my own that I have memorized is my husband’s. As important as my kids are to me, and even as frequently as I call them, I haven’t memorized their phone numbers! Does that sound familiar? With just a little forethought and advanced preparation you can be prepared with your family member’s contact information in case of a crisis.
How Much Toilet Paper Does the Average Person Use? Early in the COVID-19 Pandemic toilet paper quickly disappeared from store shelves. Though there was no actual shortage, people hoarded it in a panic-buying frenzy. No
Week 34 Preparedness Challenge This week the preparedness challenge is quick and simple, but it is an important part of being prepared. It is simply to update your over-the-counter medications. Two Important Tasks for Updating
Cleaning products have always been a mystery to me with way too many options to choose from. It turns out that there are just four basic types of cleaning products that take care of most cleaning jobs: a pH-neutral cleaner, a degreaser, an alcohol-based glass cleaner, and a disinfectant.
The challenge this week is to, first, inventory your cleaning products. Take note of the cleaners that are in low supply. Next, complete one of the two challenge options.
Vinegar may not be on your preparedness radar, but it is a quiet, potent ingredient in many recipes and in food preservation; plus, it is important for a whole range of non-food applications.
Week 30 Preparedness Challenge During major disasters water mains and sewage lines may break and disrupt the sewage system. When that happens, inadequate sanitation and hygiene can be deadlier than the disaster itself, causing disease
This week the challenge is to back-up your supply of dishwashing soap and laundry detergent. Knowing that you can take care of normal household tasks like doing the dishes and washing clothes decreases panic and
Stock Up on Personal Care Products This week the preparedness challenge is to inventory the personal care and grooming products your family uses and add additional supplies if you are low on them. In a
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