Disasters, whether natural occurrences or brought on by human activities, affect millions worldwide every year. Recently, the news has seemed like a never-ending list of disasters across the world. We can't control when, where or how severe these disasters are, but we can do our best to be prepared for them to make the consequences more palatable. But, this requires planning ahead of time, since waiting to organize everything during or after a disaster will be too late. Individuals should evaluate the risks for the region where they live and put together emergency kits that cover those contingencies and store the disaster kits in a safe, convenient place. Preparation is the first and probably most important step.
As it may take time for rescue units or local officials to arrive, such preparation can make all the difference during that crucial period. The majority of disaster kits contain critical components like preserved food, potable water, emergency lighting and tools to stay sanitary, an important consideration when things break down. Kits vary depending on the disaster they are created for, whether they are geared towards earthquakes, hurricanes or a pandemic outbreaks. Here are a few of the specialty kits commonly on offer in today's market:
Child Care Safety Kit: This is an accessory kit with supplementary emergency supplies. These kits are specifically designed for the safety of young children. These tailor made disaster kits are designed to protect children from common dangers. The pack's contents may contain Child ID & Records Kit (help in identifying the missing or lost). Child sized water, food, child games, and a light stick. Also, I have seem some kits contain safety corner bumpers (helps in preventing most common household accidents), Child safety cabinet latches (ideal to be used in kitchens and bathrooms), a all purpose safety strap (keeps kids away from dangerous areas), automatic night light (provides light during a power shortage).
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.
As it may take time for rescue units or local officials to arrive, such preparation can make all the difference during that crucial period. The majority of disaster kits contain critical components like preserved food, potable water, emergency lighting and tools to stay sanitary, an important consideration when things break down. Kits vary depending on the disaster they are created for, whether they are geared towards earthquakes, hurricanes or a pandemic outbreaks. Here are a few of the specialty kits commonly on offer in today's market:
Child Care Safety Kit: This is an accessory kit with supplementary emergency supplies. These kits are specifically designed for the safety of young children. These tailor made disaster kits are designed to protect children from common dangers. The pack's contents may contain Child ID & Records Kit (help in identifying the missing or lost). Child sized water, food, child games, and a light stick. Also, I have seem some kits contain safety corner bumpers (helps in preventing most common household accidents), Child safety cabinet latches (ideal to be used in kitchens and bathrooms), a all purpose safety strap (keeps kids away from dangerous areas), automatic night light (provides light during a power shortage).
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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