Basic Preparation for Natural Disasters

By: Annabelle Krieger
Submitted: 2008-10-07 18:09:48
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Every area of the globe has some probability of a natural disaster taking place. If you reside in the United States, you perhaps know residents on the East Coast and in the South fret about hurricanes, while those in the Midwest are more concerned with the possibility of tornadoes. Residents of the Southwest have to be ready for torrential monsoons and possible desert droughts, while those on the West Coast prepare for earthquakes and mudslides. Plainly put, regardless of where you reside, you need to be prepared at home for a natural disaster.

The first thing that you need to contemplate is what exactly you can expect to be up against in your area of the country. In other words, residents of Utah don't need life vests for hurricanes, just like homes in Arizona don't have a basements or storm shelters simply because they aren't as needed in that area of the country. Find out the history of your area. You need to know what types of natural disasters are most likely to transpire. Once you have this information in hand, you can go to the American Red Cross website to get specific information on how to get ready for a natural disaster in your area.

There are a few things will help to prepare in the event of an emergency. Stockpiling a supply of water is one of the things that every household needs to do, primarily because people cannot last long without a supply of fresh water. Store at least six gallons of water per family member. This will give a week's supply of consumable water. When you store the water, only put it into new containers or those that have only been used for food or water in the past. Place your water in a cool, dry spot in your home.

The second thing you need to do to get your home equipped for any situation is to put food aside. Store foods that are not perishable such as canned and boxed food. Be sure to include a can opener that does not require electricity to your stash as well. If your food items require cooking, make sure it can be cooked on a grill if needed. Also store food for your pets and any supplies you need for a baby. Keep all of it away from insects and moisture, such as up on a high shelf.

A good way to get ready for whatever comes is to put together an emergency kit and store it in a large duffle bag or several backpacks. The first item that is recommended is a first-aid kit. These kits should have latex gloves, burn ointments, pain relievers, tweezers, eye wash, gauze, antibiotic ointment any prescriptions that you may need, as well as a variety of adhesive bandages. Also store in your emergency kit a flashlight, extra batteries, a radio (battery operated), scissors, and at least one set of clothes for everyone in the family. Place this collection in a precise location and communicate to each family member where it is.

It is very important that everyone in your family knows what to do if there is an emergency or disaster. In school, your children will perform fire, earthquake, or tornado drills, based on where they live in the country. The basis that drills are done is that children will already know what to do if a actual situation happens. This is a good practice to have structured home as well. Communicate to your family members about what to do and what to bring if there is a natural disaster. Keep in mind that when it comes to natural disasters, everything that you do to prepare beforehand will make a difference after the fact.

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