National Geographic Extreme Weather Survival Guide

Wow!  It was great to see this appear in the media today. 

 

 

The question and answers by the author in a promotion of the book was worth reading!

Q&A: How to Survive Any Extreme Weather Disaster

 

What have I done to be ready?

 

New propane/gas generator test, stored and ready.

Propane bottles filled.

Restocked up on canned products.

Restocked up on water.

Purchased extra sacks of dog food.

 

What do I need to do?

 

Check all flashlights.

Put blankets and shoes in the vehicles.

Double check 72 hour kits in all vehicles.

 

What do you have to do? Judy

 

 

Kicking Off Severe Weather Preparedness Week Video

FEMA is asking us to Pledge to become Prepared for Severe Weather.  This dove tails with the Great Washington ShakeOut Earthquake Preparedness.  I just Pledged. 

FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate speaks on the importance of getting prepared for severe weather before it occurs.  This week is severe weather preparedness week and we're asking everyone to pledge to prepare.

Off checking my supplies!  Judy

Great Government Sites!

Sometimes it is not worth reinventing the wheel. I found this blog's post very helpful.

http://www.americanpreppersnetwork.com/2011/05/government-sources-for-information-and.html

Enjoy! Judy

Second Floor Emergency Escape Ladder

This last week or two there seems to be a strong pattern. Items and chores that have been on a "list" for several years are getting done. Yea! It has been a good feeling. Here is an example.

My husband and I were in WalMart. I was in the fabric department. He went to check out the parts section for bathrooms. We needed another toilet flushing device. He noticed in the process that they had got in emergency escape ladders for 2 story houses. He caught up with me in the fabric department showing off his new find. We got one for each of our sons' homes as well. The ladders were under $40 each.

Important items like a ladder have been on the list for quite awhile. When planning for emergencies fire needs to be considered. Here is a good government site on fire preparation including home fires. http://www.usfa.dhs.gov/citizens/home_fire_prev/

Now I need to review all of our fire safety items. Happy fire preparation! Judy