I live in an area that is prone to earthquakes and fire. Where I live is also a tsunami area, as well as a flood innundation area (should one of the dams in the area break). I am not willing to wait for the government to come save me; that's my job. So I was thinking about how I can do that job, and got to wondering if my existing emergency plans were good enough. They weren't, so I changed them.
Several things I've done are:
~Increased the amount of "minimum" gas always available in my vehicle.
~Increased the number of days' food, water, medications, and batteries I have available (for myself and my animals, as well as added some for family/neighbors).
~With my family, created a GOOD plan (Get Out Of Dodge); a relay system of telephone numbers that are likely to work (out of state points) where one can call and leave messages for other family members.
~Checked on my father's preparedness, and increased his supplies.
~Packed up a GOOD bag and got it into the car; and another one in the house. Blankets, clothing (old, ratty stuff, but servicable), battery operated radio.
~A small strongbox with important papers stored inside, and a few precious photos, easily carried.
~A kennel or travel box for all my cats.
~Maps. Both Thomas Guides for several counties surrounding me, and maps of my state and the western US (free from AAA).
So I was wondering; how have you changed/increased your emergency preparedness? Have you even thought about what you might need during a major natural disaster in your area?
Best-
Michele
Several things I've done are:
~Increased the amount of "minimum" gas always available in my vehicle.
~Increased the number of days' food, water, medications, and batteries I have available (for myself and my animals, as well as added some for family/neighbors).
~With my family, created a GOOD plan (Get Out Of Dodge); a relay system of telephone numbers that are likely to work (out of state points) where one can call and leave messages for other family members.
~Checked on my father's preparedness, and increased his supplies.
~Packed up a GOOD bag and got it into the car; and another one in the house. Blankets, clothing (old, ratty stuff, but servicable), battery operated radio.
~A small strongbox with important papers stored inside, and a few precious photos, easily carried.
~A kennel or travel box for all my cats.
~Maps. Both Thomas Guides for several counties surrounding me, and maps of my state and the western US (free from AAA).
So I was wondering; how have you changed/increased your emergency preparedness? Have you even thought about what you might need during a major natural disaster in your area?
Best-
Michele