Life often presents us with situations that we cannot control, whether they are man-made or natural. Natural disasters in particular have been in the headlines almost constantly in the last few years. While natural disasters will occur no matter what we do, there are measures we can take to limit the severity of the consequences. Preparation is the key determining factor for how well these measures will work. With that in mind, keeping an emergency kit nearby is a wise decision. Choosing the proper kit depends on geography and your personal situation. But, keep in mind that it will be too late to prepare and remain calm once the disaster has struck. Preparing ahead of time is essential to ensure success.
Although preparation will obviously pay off for those who have taken the time, it can also help you help others while you wait for rescue teams or officials to arrive on the scene. In general, survival kits include crucial supplies during these uncertain periods of time. Preserved food and sanitary drinking water take on a new importance in the wake of a disaster and should be in any kit. Most people also add lighting equipment, sanitation aids and survival gear. These days, you can find different kits for different types of potential disasters, from earthquakes and hurricanes to global pandemics. The following specialty kits cater to these particular situations:
Child Care Safety Kit: This specialty kit is comprised of emergency supplies and items for taking care of children after disasters hit. A child ID & records kit can be useful for keeping tabs on children and aiding local officials in finding them if they get lost during the disaster. Some kits also come stocked with water, food, games and light sticks made for children. Some kits even cover more mundane safety issues like household accidents. Corner bumpers smooth out sharp edges, all-purpose safety straps can keep young children in a safe zone and child safety latches can restrict access to cabinets and drawers. Kits that include an automatic night light can be a godsend when power failures happen, as these lights keep working during blackouts.
Earthquake Kit: This kit, custom-made for post-earthquake survival, aims to mitigate some of the damage and dangers that earthquake survivors face. Packs tend to include picture hooks to preserve picture frames during a quake, non-toxic quake wax to secure a protect valuables and furniture fastening straps to reduce movement during the quake and its aftershocks. Power failure flashlights that are usable during blackouts are a must for any earthquake kit since power may not be reliable. Safety adhesive fasteners, a crow bar, a shovel and gloves typically come with a survival guide to show how everything comes together. Read it ahead of time so you are familiar with it before you need to use it.
Hurricane Kit: Companies and individuals preparing hurricane kits strive to envision all possible obstacles after a hurricane. The extra supplies could include a large roll of duct tape, polythene tarp for shelter-building, survival candles for blackouts and non-toxic waterproof matches that still work even if they are totally soaked. Other possible items are a flat-head axe, safety goggles for working near debris a folding shovel and a survival guide. Since it would be difficult to amass and maintain emergency kits for all disasters, each individual should cater specifically to the disasters common in his or her region.
Although preparation will obviously pay off for those who have taken the time, it can also help you help others while you wait for rescue teams or officials to arrive on the scene. In general, survival kits include crucial supplies during these uncertain periods of time. Preserved food and sanitary drinking water take on a new importance in the wake of a disaster and should be in any kit. Most people also add lighting equipment, sanitation aids and survival gear. These days, you can find different kits for different types of potential disasters, from earthquakes and hurricanes to global pandemics. The following specialty kits cater to these particular situations:
Child Care Safety Kit: This specialty kit is comprised of emergency supplies and items for taking care of children after disasters hit. A child ID & records kit can be useful for keeping tabs on children and aiding local officials in finding them if they get lost during the disaster. Some kits also come stocked with water, food, games and light sticks made for children. Some kits even cover more mundane safety issues like household accidents. Corner bumpers smooth out sharp edges, all-purpose safety straps can keep young children in a safe zone and child safety latches can restrict access to cabinets and drawers. Kits that include an automatic night light can be a godsend when power failures happen, as these lights keep working during blackouts.
Earthquake Kit: This kit, custom-made for post-earthquake survival, aims to mitigate some of the damage and dangers that earthquake survivors face. Packs tend to include picture hooks to preserve picture frames during a quake, non-toxic quake wax to secure a protect valuables and furniture fastening straps to reduce movement during the quake and its aftershocks. Power failure flashlights that are usable during blackouts are a must for any earthquake kit since power may not be reliable. Safety adhesive fasteners, a crow bar, a shovel and gloves typically come with a survival guide to show how everything comes together. Read it ahead of time so you are familiar with it before you need to use it.
Hurricane Kit: Companies and individuals preparing hurricane kits strive to envision all possible obstacles after a hurricane. The extra supplies could include a large roll of duct tape, polythene tarp for shelter-building, survival candles for blackouts and non-toxic waterproof matches that still work even if they are totally soaked. Other possible items are a flat-head axe, safety goggles for working near debris a folding shovel and a survival guide. Since it would be difficult to amass and maintain emergency kits for all disasters, each individual should cater specifically to the disasters common in his or her region.
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