8 simple strategies and tips for preparing your home for a natural disaster or emergency situation

1. Prep Your
House
8 basic starter
ideas for prepping
in case
of an emergency

2. ● One gallon of water
per day per person
for at least three days
Water is key in any area of survival
or emergency situations.
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3. ● Non-perishable food
supply for three days
(including can opener if necessary)
Think about also what you may have
available for heating food. in extreme
emergencies, heating may not be
available, so food sources need to be
able to be eaten dry or cold.
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4. ● Hand crank radio for
emergency alerts
There are a great number of hand cranked
radios, NOAA Alert Receivers and lights
available on the market.
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5. ● Flashlights and
extra batteries
Flashlights or solar lanterns can
add safety and comfort in times of
need.
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6. ● Whistle to signal
for help
Signaling rescue workers can save
time and help you be found in
emergency evacuations
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7. ● Dust mask
Dusk Masks have a great number of uses.
But essentially, these can help you from
breathing in toxins that are released because
of disaster such as flooding, earthquakes and
tornado damage.
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8. ● First aid kit
Bandages, Cold compacts, slings,
disinfectant, aspirin a well stocked
first aid kit can be very useful in
emergency situations.
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