Information and advice about emergency preparation and survival including floods, fire, hurricanes, tornadoes, earthquakes, snow storms, power outages and more.
Making an Emergency Bug Out BoxThere's a new guy in my trunk...BOB (Bug Out Box). There is no way to miss what Oregon and Washington is going through right now. I came up with something that will help me, and perhaps you, sleep better at night. A bug out box. Here is why we need one. We may only have two minutes to get out..
Predicting Weather Based On Cloud PatternsThe pattern or shape of clouds can be used to make general predictions of oncoming weather. This is a page about predicting weather based on cloud patterns.
Preparing For Emergency SituationsThis page is about preparing for emergency situations. We never know when an emergency may present itself and it's important to be prepared.
Make Your Own Emergency ReflectorsThis is a page about how to make your own emergency reflectors. Part of your car emergency kit can include some homemade emergency reflectors.
Preparing Your Home for an EmergencyWe never know when a disaster may strike in our neighborhood, and it's important to have the essentials and a plan ready just in case. This page is about preparing your home for an emergency.
Making a Fire Escape Plan for Your FamilyThis page is about making a fire escape plan for your family. It is important to have a escape plan so that everyone knows what to do in case of a fire in your home.
First Aid TipsBeing able to provide first aid during an emergency is an important skill to have. Use these helpful tips and be ready to assist someone when they need it most.
Donations For Tornado Relief (Yazoo City, MS)I work in Yazoo City, MS. After this week's weather, I thought I would offer some advice to anyone wanting to help tornado victims.
Flashlights that Don't Require BatteriesKeep a flashlight in your house that doesn't require batteries. You can buy flashlights that can be charged by winding them up or shaking them. If you run out of batteries, you won't be left in the dark if there is a power outage.
Tips for When You Are Being Held UpI was held up at gunpoint last night as i was leaving my job at the doctors office. Yes it was very scary and no i am not hurt. I want to encourage everyone to listen to the police officers on the tv about guidelines for what do when this happens.
Donating Clothes for Katrina?According to Doggy, there is a shortage of extra large clothing for the people hurt by Katrina.
