52 WEEKS TO FAMILY PREPAREDNESS FOR TWO
WEEK #24
Follow this for painless preparedness that will get you going on the path to being ready for catastrophic events and that, at the end of the year, will leave you in the best position to thrive in the event of any emergency.
You can do this! The cost is spread out over a full year, plus you will have a year to work out your storage. Substitute where appropriate depending on personal needs/requirements.
Food Storage 2 lbs of bouillon cubes
Extra Item 30 lbs of beans
Car Kit Your basic car kit is complete. Modify it and personalize it. Some ideas might be: coins/money, a book for
a long wait, candy, gum, a multi-tool, toilet paper, hand towels, a cell phone
or a phone card, OTC medications like aspirin, etc.
Family Prep Volcanic
Ash Fall tip #4: Ash is heavy. A one-inch
layer can weigh more than 10 pounds per square foot. It is also very slippery for walking or
driving. This
site informs you of what is rocking and rolling in North America http://www.usgs.gov/
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Showing posts with label car kit. Show all posts
Saturday, June 22, 2013
Saturday, June 15, 2013
52 Weeks to Preparedness Week 23
52 WEEKS TO FAMILY PREPAREDNESS FOR TWO
WEEK #23
Follow this for painless preparedness that will get you going on the path to being ready for catastrophic events and that, at the end of the year, will leave you in the best position to thrive in the event of any emergency.
You can do this! The cost is spread out over a full year, plus you will have a year to work out your storage. Substitute where appropriate depending on personal needs/requirements.
Food Storage Fruit (or other) drink to make 30 quarts
Extra Item 20 lbs of oats
Family Prep Time to change the batteries in the smoke detectors so buy and replace batteries for all smoke alarms.
WEEK #23
Follow this for painless preparedness that will get you going on the path to being ready for catastrophic events and that, at the end of the year, will leave you in the best position to thrive in the event of any emergency.
You can do this! The cost is spread out over a full year, plus you will have a year to work out your storage. Substitute where appropriate depending on personal needs/requirements.
Food Storage Fruit (or other) drink to make 30 quarts
Extra Item 20 lbs of oats
Family Prep Time to change the batteries in the smoke detectors so buy and replace batteries for all smoke alarms.
Saturday, June 8, 2013
52 Weeks to Preparedness Week 22
52 WEEKS TO FAMILY PREPAREDNESS FOR TWO
WEEK #__
Follow this for painless preparedness that will get you going on the path to being ready for catastrophic events and that, at the end of the year, will leave you in the best position to thrive in the event of any emergency.
You can do this! The cost is spread out over a full year, plus you will have a year to work out your storage. Substitute where appropriate depending on personal needs/requirements.
Food Storage 8 cans of vegetables
Extra Item 30 lbs of rice
Car Kit A small quantity of food and water that could survive freezing and warm temperatures without damage or spoil. Note that it is NOT a good idea to store water long-term in plastic in cars!
Family Prep Volcanic Ash Fall prep item #2: Do not drive unless absolutely necessary. If you must drive increase following distance behind vehicle in front, always use windshield washer with wipers, change air filter frequently and/or immediately upon noticing a loss of power (therefore always have at least one spare filter) and drive slowly because ash is slippery.
This site informs you of what is rocking and rolling in North America http://www.usgs.gov/
WEEK #__
Follow this for painless preparedness that will get you going on the path to being ready for catastrophic events and that, at the end of the year, will leave you in the best position to thrive in the event of any emergency.
You can do this! The cost is spread out over a full year, plus you will have a year to work out your storage. Substitute where appropriate depending on personal needs/requirements.
Food Storage 8 cans of vegetables
Extra Item 30 lbs of rice
Car Kit A small quantity of food and water that could survive freezing and warm temperatures without damage or spoil. Note that it is NOT a good idea to store water long-term in plastic in cars!
Family Prep Volcanic Ash Fall prep item #2: Do not drive unless absolutely necessary. If you must drive increase following distance behind vehicle in front, always use windshield washer with wipers, change air filter frequently and/or immediately upon noticing a loss of power (therefore always have at least one spare filter) and drive slowly because ash is slippery.
This site informs you of what is rocking and rolling in North America http://www.usgs.gov/
Saturday, June 1, 2013
52 Weeks to Preparedness Week 21
52 WEEKS TO FAMILY PREPAREDNESS FOR TWO
WEEK #21
Follow this for painless preparedness that will get you going on the path to being ready for catastrophic events and that, at the end of the year, will leave you in the best position to thrive in the event of any emergency.
You can do this! The cost is spread out over a full year, plus you will have a year to work out your storage. Substitute where appropriate depending on personal needs/requirements.
Food Storage 8 cans of fruit
Extra Item 8 rolls of toilet paper
Car Kit Duct tape, electrical tape, tow strap, bungie cords, rope
Family Prep Volcanic Ash Fall: Stay indoors if possible. Close doors and windows. Avoid using woodstoves, fireplaces, furnaces or clothes dryer unless they have an outside air source or exhaust fans.
This site informs you of what is rocking and rolling in North America http://www.usgs.gov/
WEEK #21
Follow this for painless preparedness that will get you going on the path to being ready for catastrophic events and that, at the end of the year, will leave you in the best position to thrive in the event of any emergency.
You can do this! The cost is spread out over a full year, plus you will have a year to work out your storage. Substitute where appropriate depending on personal needs/requirements.
Food Storage 8 cans of fruit
Extra Item 8 rolls of toilet paper
Car Kit Duct tape, electrical tape, tow strap, bungie cords, rope
Family Prep Volcanic Ash Fall: Stay indoors if possible. Close doors and windows. Avoid using woodstoves, fireplaces, furnaces or clothes dryer unless they have an outside air source or exhaust fans.
This site informs you of what is rocking and rolling in North America http://www.usgs.gov/
Saturday, May 25, 2013
52 Weeks to Preparedness Week 20
52 WEEKS TO FAMILY PREPAREDNESS FOR TWO
WEEK #20
Follow this for painless preparedness that will get you going on the path to being ready for catastrophic events and that, at the end of the year, will leave you in the best position to thrive in the event of any emergency.
You can do this! The cost is spread out over a full year, plus you will have a year to work out your storage. Substitute where appropriate depending on personal needs/requirements.
Food Storage 30 lbs of wheat or flour
Extra Item 11 lbs of macaroni or spaghetti
Car Kit Ground cloth
Family Prep Secure important documents from fire, flood, etc. using fire proof and water tight safe. Another option is to scan documents, copy to a disc and keep in a safe place away from home such as a relative or friend’s home. These documents must be kept safe - they are not only valuable to you but to identity thieves! Note as time goes by you may need to replace outdated documents.
Documents to include (at minimum):
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WEEK #20
Follow this for painless preparedness that will get you going on the path to being ready for catastrophic events and that, at the end of the year, will leave you in the best position to thrive in the event of any emergency.
You can do this! The cost is spread out over a full year, plus you will have a year to work out your storage. Substitute where appropriate depending on personal needs/requirements.
Food Storage 30 lbs of wheat or flour
Extra Item 11 lbs of macaroni or spaghetti
Car Kit Ground cloth
Family Prep Secure important documents from fire, flood, etc. using fire proof and water tight safe. Another option is to scan documents, copy to a disc and keep in a safe place away from home such as a relative or friend’s home. These documents must be kept safe - they are not only valuable to you but to identity thieves! Note as time goes by you may need to replace outdated documents.
Documents to include (at minimum):
- Driver's licenses
- Passports
- Birth certificates, military records, marriage licenses, divorce decrees, death certificates
- Wills, living trusts, etc.
- Insurance papers (house, medical, vehicle, other)
- Photos of the people who live in your house, as well as your pets
- Photos of the most valuable items in your house (whether they're insured or not)
- Credit cards (backs & fronts)
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Friday, May 17, 2013
52 Weeks to Preparedness Week 19
Looks like I missed a week - sorry!
52 WEEKS TO FAMILY PREPAREDNESS FOR TWO
WEEK #19
Follow this for painless preparedness that will get you going on the path to being ready for catastrophic events and that, at the end of the year, will leave you in the best position to thrive in the event of any emergency.
You can do this! The cost is spread out over a full year, plus you will have a year to work out your storage. Substitute where appropriate depending on personal needs/requirements.
Food Storage 8 ½ lbs of non-fat dry milk
Extra Item 1 lb of yeast, baking powder, baking soda
Car Kit Flashlight with extra batteries, spotlight, chemical light stick, reflective road hazard sign, road flares
Family Prep E.D.I.T.H. stands for Exit Drills in the Home. Regularly have a fire drill to practice exiting the home where to meet once outside and what to do next. Also set off the smoke alarms now and again when everyone is present so they will hear what it sounds like and all will know how they work.
52 WEEKS TO FAMILY PREPAREDNESS FOR TWO
WEEK #19
Follow this for painless preparedness that will get you going on the path to being ready for catastrophic events and that, at the end of the year, will leave you in the best position to thrive in the event of any emergency.
You can do this! The cost is spread out over a full year, plus you will have a year to work out your storage. Substitute where appropriate depending on personal needs/requirements.
Food Storage 8 ½ lbs of non-fat dry milk
Extra Item 1 lb of yeast, baking powder, baking soda
Car Kit Flashlight with extra batteries, spotlight, chemical light stick, reflective road hazard sign, road flares
Family Prep E.D.I.T.H. stands for Exit Drills in the Home. Regularly have a fire drill to practice exiting the home where to meet once outside and what to do next. Also set off the smoke alarms now and again when everyone is present so they will hear what it sounds like and all will know how they work.
Saturday, May 4, 2013
52 Weeks to Preparedness Week 18
52 WEEKS TO FAMILY PREPAREDNESS FOR TWO
WEEK #18
Follow this for painless preparedness that will get you going on the path to being ready for catastrophic events and that, at the end of the year, will leave you in the best position to thrive in the event of any emergency.
You can do this! The cost is spread out over a full year, plus you will have a year to work out your storage. Substitute where appropriate depending on personal needs/requirements.
Food Storage 8 cans of soup
Extra Item 2 months of laundry soap
72 Hour Kit Fire extinguisher, jumper cables, low strap, 1 quart of motor oil, container of HEET
(prevents gas line freeze up and removes water from the fuel system year round)
Family Prep Beware of carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning. CO is an odorless, colorless gas that can be deadly in large concentrations or over long periods of time in low concentrations. It is a product of incomplete combustion. Check the furnace, flue and woodstove chimney regularly. Be cautious with any open flame heating or cooking devices and never use charcoal indoors. Install at least one CO detector in your home.
WEEK #18
Follow this for painless preparedness that will get you going on the path to being ready for catastrophic events and that, at the end of the year, will leave you in the best position to thrive in the event of any emergency.
You can do this! The cost is spread out over a full year, plus you will have a year to work out your storage. Substitute where appropriate depending on personal needs/requirements.
Food Storage 8 cans of soup
Extra Item 2 months of laundry soap
72 Hour Kit Fire extinguisher, jumper cables, low strap, 1 quart of motor oil, container of HEET
(prevents gas line freeze up and removes water from the fuel system year round)Family Prep Beware of carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning. CO is an odorless, colorless gas that can be deadly in large concentrations or over long periods of time in low concentrations. It is a product of incomplete combustion. Check the furnace, flue and woodstove chimney regularly. Be cautious with any open flame heating or cooking devices and never use charcoal indoors. Install at least one CO detector in your home.
Sunday, April 28, 2013
52 WEEKS TO PREPAREDNESS Week 17
52 WEEKS TO FAMILY PREPAREDNESS FOR TWO
WEEK #17
Follow this for painless preparedness that will get you going on the path to being ready for catastrophic events and that, at the end of the year, will leave you in the best position to thrive in the event of any emergency.
You can do this! The cost is spread out over a full year, plus you will have a year to work out your storage. Substitute where appropriate depending on personal needs/requirements.
Food Storage 8 cans of meat
Extra Item 8 rolls of toilet paper
72 Hour Kit A couple of pairs of safety glasses and work gloves for working on the car. Find your jack and tools (to change a tire) and check them out and learn how to use them.
WEEK #17
Follow this for painless preparedness that will get you going on the path to being ready for catastrophic events and that, at the end of the year, will leave you in the best position to thrive in the event of any emergency.
You can do this! The cost is spread out over a full year, plus you will have a year to work out your storage. Substitute where appropriate depending on personal needs/requirements.
Food Storage 8 cans of meat
Extra Item 8 rolls of toilet paper
72 Hour Kit A couple of pairs of safety glasses and work gloves for working on the car. Find your jack and tools (to change a tire) and check them out and learn how to use them.
Thursday, April 25, 2013
52 WEEKS TO PREPAREDNESS Week 16
Sorry this is so late!
52 WEEKS TO FAMILY PREPAREDNESS FOR TWO
WEEK #16
Follow this for painless preparedness that will get you going on the path to being ready for catastrophic events and that, at the end of the year, will leave you in the best position to thrive in the event of any emergency.
You can do this! The cost is spread out over a full year, plus you will have a year to work out your storage. Substitute where appropriate depending on personal needs/requirements.
Food Storage 30 lbs of wheat or flour
Extra Item 10-20 boxes of macaroni and cheese
72 Hour Kit A suitable container for your car kit. For example, an airline size carry-on bag, backpack or sturdy box with a lid that latches. This will keep your kit items from moving around in your trunk, the back of your SUV or the back seat area of your truck.
52 WEEKS TO FAMILY PREPAREDNESS FOR TWO
WEEK #16
Follow this for painless preparedness that will get you going on the path to being ready for catastrophic events and that, at the end of the year, will leave you in the best position to thrive in the event of any emergency.
You can do this! The cost is spread out over a full year, plus you will have a year to work out your storage. Substitute where appropriate depending on personal needs/requirements.
Food Storage 30 lbs of wheat or flour
Extra Item 10-20 boxes of macaroni and cheese
72 Hour Kit A suitable container for your car kit. For example, an airline size carry-on bag, backpack or sturdy box with a lid that latches. This will keep your kit items from moving around in your trunk, the back of your SUV or the back seat area of your truck.
Family prep If your family uses a wood stove remember to check it out periodically and clean it out. When cleaning the wood stove, use a metal bucket (not plastic) to remove ashes. Place the bucket outside on dirt or cement, away from the house (not on the porch).
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