Do you want to know how long your LED flashlight and/or head lamp batteries are going to last? This can be difficult information to find online. Some companies list flashlights for sale and do not…
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Do you live in a tornado prone area? I do, and when my wife and I moved 3000 miles across the country to the South, I was surprised to find out that most houses in…
You should have at least 1 gallon of water/person/day for your Emergency Supply of water (according to Ready.gov), and have a minimum of a 3 day supply. You may need this water for drinking, sanitation,…
Most smart phones today have an option to receive Emergency Alerts and Amber Alerts, but older cell phones may not have this option. If you’ve owned your phone for awhile, you have likely received one…
There are a lot of events that can cause you to lose power in your home. Power outages usually do not last more than a few hours, but occasionally they last for much longer. Hurricanes,…
Ready.gov recommends having an emergency water supply of at least 3 days of water, and they recommend 1 gallon per person, per day for drinking, sanitation, and food preparation. This is the minimum amount of water you should have for your supply; FEMA recommends having a 2 week…
If you live in an area that is prone to hurricanes and tropical storms like I do, you may find yourself in a situation where it may be too dangerous to bring your dog outside…
It is important to be able to recognize if a person may be having an emergency. For the sake of making this article concise, I will be breaking down emergencies into 2 categories: Medical and…
A person with an altered mental status may or may not be having an emergency. It may be difficult/impossible to know if they are having an emergency or not, and it is usually best to…
Everyone should have an Emergency Preparation kit, and part of this kit should include first aid/medical supplies. If you work as an EMT, you should have a Jump Bag, or Jump kit to bring with…
