Surviving past 2012

Disasters can happen at any time, it can occur due to an act of nature, deliberate act of man or by an accident. If a disaster is from terrible weather, an excellent natural disaster survival kit can help individuals survive the duration in the worst of situations. There are two ways to be prepared with disaster preparedness kit. These are:

In the first option you can buy an already assembled survival kit from the market, these kits will provide you with what most people will need in a disaster, it is the easiest and fast way to be prepared.  The second option is, creating your own homemade disaster kit. By creating your own kit, it makes you aware of how to use the resources in your disaster survival kit; however, by creating your own kit, there maybe items that you will not be aware of and therefore not include in the kit. The important thing though is preparation of any type for a natural disaster or survival situation is not a bad way to go.

In any type of a natural disaster, people tend to become nervous thus they do not know what to do or what not to do. But if you have the emergency preparedness kit, then you will have a better understanding of what you will need after the disaster occurs. It is important that prepare for the shortage of food, water and heat. There are further necessary items which you need to have in your house. Most experts recommend keeping a first aid kit along with your food and water.  There is always a possibility that during the disaster a family member or neighbor becomes injured. Along with the first aid kit (may also be known in some areas as an emergency kit). It is also important to have emergency flashlights inside house. Always make sure that all these things are easily accessible and all family members know where these items are, when a disaster strikes you may not have time or the accessibility to locate these items if they are in different locations throughout the location. Emergency survival kits help you just at the moment the disaster strikes.

There are many online sources that carry natural disaster survival kits & emergency preparedness kits. They will offer home kits, auto safety, survival kits, disaster survival kits, emergency kits, family kits, office survival kits, earthquake safety, pet survival kit and more. Fire safety kit includes escape ladders & blankets, carbon monoxide detectors, fire extinguishers, smoke alarms – AC hardwire, smoke alarms – battery and much more. Emergency supplies list includes emergency food, emergency water storage, earthquake proofing, business emergency supplies and more. Disaster survival kits are designed for all situations which are caused by nature like a tornado, hurricane or an earthquake.

You might be aware of why disaster preparedness is so important in your house. You never know from which side an emergency is going to strike, so be prepare for the any kind of emergency.

A 72 hour survival kit for each person in earthquake country has been goal for not only the California Office of Emergency Services (OES) but also for the local Southern California based Survival Kits Online. As the “Golden Guardian” earthquake drill approaches in November 2008, Californian’s are urged to sign up at www.shakeout.org and to participate in the largest earthquake drill ever.  On November 13, 2008 at 10 AM the entire state will be asked to duck and cover to simulate the “Big one” that is seemingly very over due.

After the year long study the USGS (United States Geological Survey) has concluded and presented a scenario of a 7.8 earthquake on the San Andres fault.

The study comprised eight counties: Imperial, Kern, Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, San Diego, and Ventura. Its results will be used as the basis of an emergency response and preparedness exercise, the Great Southern California ShakeOut, and for this purpose we defined our earthquake as occurring at 10:00 a.m. on November 13, 2008. As members of the southern California community use the ShakeOut Scenario to plan and execute the exercise, we anticipate discussion and feedback. This community input will be used to refine our assessment and will lead to a formal publication in early 2009.

“Another way that Californians can make sure they are fully prepared is to write their disaster plan and get a 72 hour survival kit” says Scott Kastner owner/partner Survival Kits Online. “We opened our business with the goal of helping to save lives and this disaster drill will reach millions. If we just reach one person with the message and one life is saved this world will be a better place.”

Each year in September “Emergency Disaster Preparedness Month” is observed by our nation. It stresses, as does the California ShakeOut, for citizens to make a disaster plan and get survival kits. But the ShakeOut puts a more urgent twist on preparation. It is not the unexpected that makes Californians prepare, just the contrary, the time bomb which runs through California is called the San Andres Fault and it is ripe for the shaking.

Each year California has thousands of earthquakes mostly under 3.0 on the Richter Scale. It is the once in a century or two type of earthquake which has the potential of killing hundreds if not thousands. These are the types of earthquakes which make preparations vital.

There has been some confusion in the past whether to stand in a doorway or duck and cover. These issues are spelled out very carefully on the www.SurvivalKitsOnline.com website. Following recommendations made by the OES and the USGS, Survival Kits Online points out that duck and cover is the most effective way to survive a temblor.

“Making a disaster plan, purchasing a survival kit and practicing your plan increases your chances of survival exponentially. At www.SurvivalKitsOnline.com we are here ready to help you get prepared to survive” Kastner.  

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Are you someone who likes adventure? Then, outdoor activities like camping, hiking, mountain climbing, kayaking and much more will surely enthrall you. If you like spend your vacation close to Mother Nature, all you need to do is to plan a camping or hiking trip. Before planning a camping trip, you need to pack the right kind of apparels, tents, sleeping gear, headlamps or flash lights. These camping accessories will sure to make your trip a memorable one. But, your camping backpack is still incomplete without an emergency survival kit. Emergency survival kits will protect you in all kind of unfavorable situations, like rain, power cut, injuries and much more. These safety kits are not only for outdoor activities, but deserve a small space in your car to help you in case of road accidents.

Tupelo Super Store has a wide range of emergency survival kits that helps you protect your family and friends in adverse situations. A complete protection package, the Deluxe Emergency Survival Kit from Tupelo Super Store has all you need to have a memorable and safe camping trip. Designed based on the advice of experts, this camping survival kit is a real life saver. Food and water are the essentials of life. What will happen if you get stuck on a dense forest on your hiking trip? The Deluxe Emergency Survival Kit will help you survive such life threatening situations. It comes with 12 boxes of Aqua Blox water boxes and 24 – 200 calorie food bars. This camping survival kit also has water purification tablets and each tablet can purify up to 1 liter of water. The Deluxe Emergency Survival Kit also has an emergency sleeping bag, respirator dust mask, and AM/FM radio with headphones and batteries for communication. A 30 hour emergency candle and a rechargeable squeeze flashlight will light up your way at night. It also integrates a first aid kit with all essential medications that lets you treat injuries, burns, and infections. Temperature is unpredictable when you go for camping, hiking, or even driving. Deluxe Emergency Survival Kits have body warmer and poncho to keep you warm in extreme cold and protect you from rain. Above all, to keep you entertained on your trip, this kit also has a deck of playing cards. If you are planning to go on a camping trip with your partner, then the Deluxe Emergency Survival Kit for 2-Person from Tupelo Super Store will be a great choice.

To fit well within your budget, Tupelo Super Store also has the Essentials Emergency Survival Kits. You can also get camping survival kit for children at this online store. Make your vacation outdoor not only fun, but also safe with Emergency Survival Kits.

A 72 hour survival kit for each person in earthquake country has been goal for not only the California Office of Emergency Services (OES) but also for the local Southern California based Survival Kits Online. As the “Golden Guardian” earthquake drill approaches in November 2008, Californian’s are urged to sign up at www.shakeout.org and to participate in the largest earthquake drill ever.  On November 13, 2008 at 10 AM the entire state will be asked to duck and cover to simulate the “Big one” that is seemingly very over due.

After the year long study the USGS (United States Geological Survey) has concluded and presented a scenario of a 7.8 earthquake on the San Andres fault.

The study comprised eight counties: Imperial, Kern, Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, San Diego, and Ventura. Its results will be used as the basis of an emergency response and preparedness exercise, the Great Southern California ShakeOut, and for this purpose we defined our earthquake as occurring at 10:00 a.m. on November 13, 2008. As members of the southern California community use the ShakeOut Scenario to plan and execute the exercise, we anticipate discussion and feedback. This community input will be used to refine our assessment and will lead to a formal publication in early 2009.

 

“Another way that Californians can make sure they are fully prepared is to write their disaster plan and get a 72 hour survival kit” says Scott Kastner owner/partner Survival Kits Online. “We opened our business with the goal of helping to save lives and this disaster drill will reach millions. If we just reach one person with the message and one life is saved this world will be a better place.”

Each year in September “Emergency Disaster Preparedness Month” is observed by our nation. It stresses, as does the California ShakeOut, for citizens to make a disaster plan and get survival kits. But the ShakeOut puts a more urgent twist on preparation. It is not the unexpected that makes Californians prepare, just the contrary, the time bomb which runs through California is called the San Andres Fault and it is ripe for the shaking.

Each year California has thousands of earthquakes mostly under 3.0 on the Richter Scale. It is the once in a century or two type of earthquake which has the potential of killing hundreds if not thousands. These are the types of earthquakes which make preparations vital.

There has been some confusion in the past whether to stand in a doorway or duck and cover. These issues are spelled out very carefully on the www.SurvivalKitsOnline.com website. Following recommendations made by the OES and the USGS, Survival Kits Online points out that duck and cover is the most effective way to survive a temblor.

“Making a disaster plan, purchasing a survival kit and practicing your plan increases your chances of survival exponentially. At www.SurvivalKitsOnline.com we are here ready to help you get prepared to survive” Kastner.  

    

The recent flooding in the Midwest has the strength and devastation of natural disasters on everyone’s mind. The sad fact is that families seem to just be coming to understanding that natural disasters can happen to anyone, anywhere. Thankfully, more people are trying to educate themselves on what they can do to be prepared. No longer does natural disaster preparation refer to stocking up on bread and water. Recent disasters like the Midwest flooding and even the Katrina Hurricane disaster are forcing us to realize that families must be prepared to relocate or hunker down with vital belongings in a hurry if they want to keep their families and some of their belongings safe. This requires preparing for a disaster long-before it is devastating your home town.

FEMA and the Red Cross, along with several other disaster recovery organizations, are stressing the importance for every home to have a disaster preparation kit stocked and ready. Below are the key items each home should have in their prep kit in order to have what they need if the power goes out or roadways become blocked.

Every Day Needs
Every disaster preparation kit should include food, water, and clothing. Non-perishable items like jars of peanut butter or fruit, granola bars, crackers, and canned goods should be packed in a box along with a large store of bottled water. Each family member should also pack an emergency bag with a few days of extra clothing and keep in near the other kit materials. This way it can be easily picked up should a fast evacuation be called for.

Equipment
One of the most important things that you need in your kit is a LED flashlight, preferably the waterproof LED flashlights. Though LED flashlights can be a bit pricier than the typical grocery store flashlights, the technology of the LED waterproof flashlights make them much more useful because they are able to last several times longer than a standard flashlight and require fewer batteries over the long term. These lights also put out a much brighter light, making them good for signaling for help. Also pack replacement batteries for your LED flashlights and keep them close to the actual flashlights so they are easy to find in the dark.

A disaster kit should also include a good knife, preferably a Swiss army or utility knife. These are compact multi-purpose tools that can help cut ropes or other things that may hinder evacuation, open canned goods and remove screws in other equipment.

A battery operated AM / FM radio is important so your family can hear news regarding the disaster, weather predictions, and evacuation notices. Keep all of the equipment together in an easy to carry box or case in an easy to get to place.

Documentation
Important family documents are one of the things most often forgotten in a disaster preparation kit. You should collect and keep a zip lock bag with your family’s important documents, like birth certificates, passports, marriage license, insurance information, etc. sealed inside. Keep the bag in with your disaster materials or in with an adult’s clothing. These documents are vital if you want to get back on your feet once the disaster has passed.

The fact is that natural disasters can happen in a matter of minutes, and before you know it, a bad situation can turn disastrous in an instant. The best way to protect your family is to be prepared. The best way to be prepared is to have your natural disaster kits ready before the disaster strikes. It could be the difference in being able to get out of town and into a decent hotel, or a relatives home safely and scrambling to collect your things before water and winds trap your family. This has been an active season for natural disasters; don’t wait until it is too late.

~Ben Anton, 2008