Emergency Preparedness

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Bug Out Bag List 2023 (Printable): Essentials For Surviving The Next Disaster

Natural disasters like fires, tornadoes, and wildfires often happen suddenly and without warning. Quickly gathering up your family and getting to a safe place should be your number one priority, not searching for emergency preparedness supplies. That’s why these disaster preparedness kits can be lifesavers.

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Top 19 Tornado Safety Tips That Could Save Your Life

A tornado is a rotating vortex that violently destroys everything in its path including property and people. It’s important to plan ahead and prepare for a tornado so you can increase your chances of survival. Take the time to learn how you can keep your family safe.

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Emergency Preparedness Checklist: Are You Ready For The Next Disaster?

Emergencies can take place at any moment. That’s why it’s important that you’re prepared when the unexpected happens. Think hurricanes, tornadoes, zombies, or even the unthinkable – atomic bomb or nuclear war. We live in a fear-driven era and emergency preparedness kits are becoming more popular. We bring you the best kits, and have also put together some handy checklists for you to reference before, during and after natural disasters.

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How To Survive A Pandemic: What To Do, Things You Need, And More

Social distancing due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) had (and has) us all doing things differently – both at work and at home. The need for distance learning and working from home adds an interesting element to the family dynamic. There are a lot of opportunities for families to grow closer and take advantage of a slower pace, but it can also be overwhelming. Knowing how to keep your family happy and safe will go a long way to prepare for the next pandemic (which unfortunately scientists feel is a WHEN, not an IF). 

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Thunderstorm And Lightning Safety Tips: Top 5 Ways To Prepare

According to the National Weather Service, lightning strikes kill about 50 Americans each year and injure hundreds more. Thunderstorms and lightning can be a threat no matter where you live or what plans you have made. It is crucial to understand how to stay safe during and be prepared for thunderstorms and lightning.

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Best Survival Kit: The Ultimate Bug Out Bag

Natural disasters often happen suddenly and without warning. And man-made emergencies can be terrifying. Quickly gathering up your family and getting to a safe place should be your #1 priority, not searching for emergency preparedness supplies. That’s why we think these emergency kits can be life savers. We suggest having one at home, work and in each vehicle. Checkout some of the best emergency kits that we’ve reviewed in this article.

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Best Emergency Food Supply In 2023: Essentials For Your Survival Kit

Hurricanes, tornadoes, earthquakes, even the occasional snowpocalypse can leave you stranded in your home for days or even weeks. Are you prepared if a disaster hits? You’ll be glad you planned ahead, and it doesn’t get more basic than making sure you and your family have a sustainable food supply. We’ll give you the lowdown on how to prepare emergency food supplies and, if you’re too busy to DIY, we’ll give you some of our recommendations for the best emergency food kits on the market.

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