Be Prepared
Ben Franklin once said: "If you fail to plan, you are planning to fail!" Planning for emergencies before they occur can help you be better prepared and minimize damage to people and belongings.
Ben Franklin once said: "If you fail to plan, you are planning to fail!" Planning for emergencies before they occur can help you be better prepared and minimize damage to people and belongings.
When an emergency happens, you may not have time to gather all of the important items and documents you might need. And thus, it is vital to create an emergency supply kit. This kit can be created months before something happens. It should be placed in an easy access location to "grab and go," such as an exterior door.
It is also important to have a plan in place before an emergency occurs. This helps determine where you and your family can meet during an emergency and what phone numbers you might need to have on hand.
After an emergency, first responders may not be able to reach everyone right away. Once something happens, time may not be available to gather all of the supplies needed, which is why it is important to have them on hand for at least a limited time.
If a large emergency occurs, it is important to be prepared. It is key to have a three-day supply of items that you may need including medications, bottled water, food and clothing. There are a variety of ways that a kit can be stored, such as a backpack, box or even trash can.
The important thing to remember is this is your family's emergency supply kit. Pack the items specific to every family member's needs, including the needs of your pets.
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