Be Prepared and Learn How to Make a 72-Hour Emergency Kit
As hurricanes, wildfires, mudslides, floods, and tornadoes are occuring more often, it is important that you and your family prepare for in the event of a world-wide emergency or natural disaster.
Many times people are forced, often without any warning or notice, to leave their homes. If you must evacuate your home, plan on having enough emergency items for at least 72 hours, or more, per person. These items should include:
Clothing
Short and long-sleeved shirts, pants, jackets, socks, etc.
Raincoat or poncho
Undergarments
Blankets
Cloth sheets
Plastic sheets
Towels
Food that does not require cooking or refrigeration
Three-day water supply, one gallon per person.
Trail mix and dried fruit
Granola and protein bars
Crackers and cereals
Canned beans, tuna, turkey, beef, etc. (Cans with pop-tops are more convenient.)
Canned juice
Dried meat, jerky
Personal supplies and medication
First aid kit and supplies: You can either purchase one or make your own.
Toiletries: Toilet paper, feminine hygiene, brush, toothbrush, etc.
Cleaning supplies: hand sanitizer, soap, shampoo, dish soap, etc.
Medications: acetaminophen ibuprofen, children’s medication, etc.
Prescription medications: pack at least three days’ worth, if not more!
Infant’s needs if applicable.
Personal documents and money (Keep these items in a waterproof container or pouch especially during an evacuation!)
Legal documents: birth and marriage certificates, wills, passports, social security cards, contracts, etc.
Medical records
Insurance policies
Cash
Credit card/Checks
Pre-paid phone card
I have all my important documents in order and stored in my safe. All I have to do is grab them and throw them in my bag. With everything that is going on right now, it is so important that if you are stopped and approached during an emergency, you can verify who you are without being detained. Whether you are an American citizen or not. There will come a time when EVERYONE will be stopped and questioned!
And please keep in mind, you might not ever get to return to your home. So it is IMPERATIVE to have your important documents with you when you evacuate.
Fuel and light
Battery lighting: Flashlights, lamps, etc.
Extra batteries
Flares
Lighter
Waterproof matches
Miscellaneous items and equipment
Radio (battery operated in case power is out)
Can opener
Scissors
Dishes and utensils
Shovel
Pen and paper
Pocket knife
Ax
Rope
Duct tape
Sleeping bags
Entertainment items, games and activites for children
I recommend making a 72-Hour emergency kit for each family member and storing it in a backpack or duffel bag that can be easily carried or lifted. Pack other essential items in a sturdy case, tub, or trunk.
We are facing difficult and challenging times. It is very important to be self-sufficient and prepared in every way. If you live in a place that allows you to grow your own garden or food, please do that! Become self-reliant.
Please get your house in order and make right with God in our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ! This is spiritual warfare, but God is with us.
May God bless, protect, and watch over you.
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Here are some additional tips and things to think about when planning ahead:
Ways to communicate:
Cell phone/ text messaging
Landline telephone (will work even when internet, cellular networks, and infrastructures are down)
Satellite phone: beneficial, especially in remote areas where internet is scarce.
Two-Way radio: Also known as walkie talkies. Pair of handheld devices that can connect with each other provided both are on the same frequency within a certain distance.
Citizens Band Radio (CB Radio): Capable for short-distance communication on various frequencies.
Amateur Radio (HAM Radio): Similar to CB radio but requires user to be a licensed American Amateur Radio operator, thus giving user more authenticity to the information being regulated across the air waves.
Police Scanner: This device allows user to hear all emergency communication between officials in the police, rescue, fire, respondent, military, and aircraft industries. User cannot broadcast on it, but it does allow access to important information during an emergency.
Word-of-Mouth: When all else fails and the power is out, devices are ruined or lost, and the internet is scarce, use word-of-mouth. This is when having a prior disaster plan in place is crucial to be able to communicate to your family, friends, and loved ones during a time of crisis. If you do not have a plan in place, try not to become isolated from each other and stay together in a group to avoid being separated, lost, or misplaced.
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