We are often meet with such emergency situations which are beyond our control. While some of these are natural disasters others are man-inflicted. We can't always control the occurrence of such disasters but can surely control the severity of the disaster. This obviously depends on how well prepared we are in handling a crisis situation. That is why it is always a wise to keep your emergency survival kit close. It depends on your unique needs to select the proper emergency kits and supplies. Once a disaster has already occurred you won't have the time or the be calm to think out your plan and get emergency supplies. Hence being proactive and prepared is always the first step.
Although preparation will obviously pay off for those who have taken the time, it can also help you help others while you wait for rescue teams or officials to arrive on the scene. In general, survival kits include crucial supplies during these uncertain periods of time. Preserved food and sanitary drinking water take on a new importance in the wake of a disaster and should be in any kit. Most people also add lighting equipment, sanitation aids and survival gear. These days, you can find different kits for different types of potential disasters, from earthquakes and hurricanes to global pandemics. The following specialty kits cater to these particular situations:
Child Care Safety Kit: This specialty kit is comprised of emergency supplies and items for taking care of children after disasters hit. A child ID & records kit can be useful for keeping tabs on children and aiding local officials in finding them if they get lost during the disaster. Some kits also come stocked with water, food, games and light sticks made for children. Some kits even cover more mundane safety issues like household accidents. Corner bumpers smooth out sharp edges, all-purpose safety straps can keep young children in a safe zone and child safety latches can restrict access to cabinets and drawers. Kits that include an automatic night light can be a godsend when power failures happen, as these lights keep working during blackouts.
Earthquake Kit: People living in earthquake-prone areas should look into a disaster kit produced to reduce the impact of earthquakes on survivors. This type of emergency kit protects people and property from the damage an earthquake might inflict. Picture hooks, for example, help keep frames intact and non-toxic quake wax or adhesive fasteners can preserve antiques and other valuables during the shaking of a quake. Since falling and shifting furniture represents a real danger, many kits include furniture fastening straps to keep them in place. Power failure lights keep your surroundings visible, even in power lines have been cut or broken. A crow bar, a shovel and gloves may come in handy when dealing with debris. Finally, a survival guide, if studied carefully, can give users a good idea of how to best use the kit.
Hurricane Kit: Specifically designed kit with additional emergency supplies. All the supplies in the pack are specifically designed to protect the occupants from a hurricane and its aftermath. The pack includes a large duct tape, polythene tarp (can be used as a quick spot shelter), survival candle (usable during power cut), waterproof matches (burns even if completely drenched in water, also non toxic), axe (with a flattened head), safety goggles (protects eyes from harmful dust and debris), a folding shovel and a survival guide. It is not possible to keep all the emergency supplies therefore go for only those specialty kits that cater to your regional demands or your unique situation.
Although preparation will obviously pay off for those who have taken the time, it can also help you help others while you wait for rescue teams or officials to arrive on the scene. In general, survival kits include crucial supplies during these uncertain periods of time. Preserved food and sanitary drinking water take on a new importance in the wake of a disaster and should be in any kit. Most people also add lighting equipment, sanitation aids and survival gear. These days, you can find different kits for different types of potential disasters, from earthquakes and hurricanes to global pandemics. The following specialty kits cater to these particular situations:
Child Care Safety Kit: This specialty kit is comprised of emergency supplies and items for taking care of children after disasters hit. A child ID & records kit can be useful for keeping tabs on children and aiding local officials in finding them if they get lost during the disaster. Some kits also come stocked with water, food, games and light sticks made for children. Some kits even cover more mundane safety issues like household accidents. Corner bumpers smooth out sharp edges, all-purpose safety straps can keep young children in a safe zone and child safety latches can restrict access to cabinets and drawers. Kits that include an automatic night light can be a godsend when power failures happen, as these lights keep working during blackouts.
Earthquake Kit: People living in earthquake-prone areas should look into a disaster kit produced to reduce the impact of earthquakes on survivors. This type of emergency kit protects people and property from the damage an earthquake might inflict. Picture hooks, for example, help keep frames intact and non-toxic quake wax or adhesive fasteners can preserve antiques and other valuables during the shaking of a quake. Since falling and shifting furniture represents a real danger, many kits include furniture fastening straps to keep them in place. Power failure lights keep your surroundings visible, even in power lines have been cut or broken. A crow bar, a shovel and gloves may come in handy when dealing with debris. Finally, a survival guide, if studied carefully, can give users a good idea of how to best use the kit.
Hurricane Kit: Specifically designed kit with additional emergency supplies. All the supplies in the pack are specifically designed to protect the occupants from a hurricane and its aftermath. The pack includes a large duct tape, polythene tarp (can be used as a quick spot shelter), survival candle (usable during power cut), waterproof matches (burns even if completely drenched in water, also non toxic), axe (with a flattened head), safety goggles (protects eyes from harmful dust and debris), a folding shovel and a survival guide. It is not possible to keep all the emergency supplies therefore go for only those specialty kits that cater to your regional demands or your unique situation.
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