Monday #4: Prepare For An EMERGENCY Predict the unpredictable:
FACTS:
- 800 tornadoes are reported annually.
- The average path of a twister is 660 feet wide and up to 50 miles long.
- 39 states are considered at risk of an earthquake.
- 46% of disaster deaths occur due to floods.
- Because of contamination, clean water is harder to find than food after a flood.
- A tropical storm becomes a hurricane when the speed of its winds reaches 74 mph.
- September 11, 2001, will always be a reminder of the reality of terrorist attacks and the damage they can cause.
TAKE ACTION TODAY
- Develop a family communication plan by selecting a person outside of your local area for everyone to call in case of an emrgency.
- Ensure every member of your family knows the phone number and has coins or a prepaid phone card for calling the emergency contact. Cell phones ofter get jammed due to high call volume during disasters
- Designate a primary and secondary meeting location.
- Create an emergency supply kit with a 3-day supply of basic items such as: fresh water, food, first aid, towelettes, garbage bags, a flashlight with extra batteries, local maps, a whistle, dust masks, tools, a can opener, and cash. (Check , rotate, and restock every 6 months)
YOU MATTER
Disasters are never planned, but they will happen. They are inevitable.
Being prepared is the only thing you can do.
Having proper supplies and a well-thought-out plan can make all the difference in your survival.
Readiness will also reduce fear, anxiety, and potential losses.
PREPARE TODAY....FOR ANY KIND OF TOMORROW.
I read this one and I actually am excited to say that I am already doing this. Ever since the Hurricane in Virginia, I am a very strong believer in "BEING PREPARED"
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Hurrican season is right around the corner for us here.
I was at a stake meeting last night and was talking to the Stake Primary President. She talked about how she had been on weight watchers and was doing well and losing weight until the hurricane. Then they had to cook and eat all their food from the freezer before it went bad. She gained so much of her weight back and hasn't been able to loose it since. I thought it was interesting. Basically, I'm thinking "less stuff in the freezer and more in cans in the cupboards." lol Oh, and fill the propane tank for the grill so we can cook whatever we do have in the freezer. I've heard from others that they all congregated at the church with their food and grills. It was like a big ol' Mormon potluck! lol
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