There has been many natural disasters in recent months; but the most consistent has been floods in many geographical areas worldwide caused by heavy rains, rivers over flowing, earthquakes, tornado’s, hurricanes and melting snow pack.
Thousands of people have lost their lives and or their homes. Many are still in shelters
being assisted by relief organizations. People / families were not prepared for such a devastated situation that came along.
Wildfires are creating havoc in some geographical areas now. Hurricane season starts soon and there will be more flooding problems and destruction.
Everyday somewhere in the world, your country, your community a disaster of some sort is happening.
I believe we all need to have a survival kit for all types of disasters and a plan in place to keep us safe in the event a disaster occurs. We have to help ourselves survive until help arrives.
Being prepared is sensible and responsible and having a survival kit gives you piece of mind.
On my website www.safetynsurvival.com you will find information on different types of disasters, Safety Kits, First Aid Kits, and Survival kits.
It’s a known fact that when a disaster is looming, some people go into panic mode and they forget things that are important to them. A checklist is a great source of help and I would like to share one with you.
PERSONAL SAFETY CHECKLIST
· Phone numbers and email addresses of family members and contact information for an out-of-town person to be used as a central calling site.
· A familiar meeting place for all family members out-of-town.
· At least a half tank of gas in your car and an extra set of keys.
· An emergency supply kit with:
- Water – a gallon/litre per person for three days for drinking and sanitation.
- Food – a three day supply of non-perishable food and a can opener.
- Radio – battery powered or hand crank radio with extra batteries.
- Flashlight – extra batteries.
- First Aid kit – first aid book, prescription medications, eyeglasses.
- A whistle to signal help
- A dust mask
- Plastic sheeting and duct tape for sealing windows and doors.
- Moist towelettes
- Garbage bags with plastic ties.
- A wrench or pliers to turn off household utilities.
- Local maps
Additional supplies may include:
- Infant formula and diapers.
- Pet food and extra water
- Copies of identification papers, insurance policies, bank accounts.
- Money, traveller’s cheques, credit card.
- Sleeping bags, or blankets.
- Change of clothing and sturdy footwear.
- Household bleach is an effective disinfectant. Do not use scented or colour safe bleaches with added cleaners.
- Fire extinguisher.
- Matches in a waterproof container.
- Personal hygiene products.
- Plastic utensils, paper cups, plates and towels.
- Paper and pencil.
- Books, games and other activities for children.
My prayers are with the people of Thailand as they face the ongoing flood that has plagued their country for some time now. Hopefully this will end soon. As I watch the news; I see the destruction of homes, business’s and ancient historical buildings. More than 28 provinces are now flooded and over 300 people have died.
