Thursday, September 10, 2015

6 Most Important Items To Include In Your Family Survival Kit

By Ruthie Livingston


Safety is a primary concern to a lot of people. With all the environmental hazards and concerns that we have at present, its easy to see why families and individuals are now becoming more concerned about their security. But in as much as we want to be always protected, there are matters that are way beyond our control.

Plus, there is this fact about natural disasters, things that are way beyond our control. Some of them can be predicted while others cannot. What we can do against its wrath is to pack up a set of family survival kit able to provide the most basic and useful items for the members of our family. We can never be too sure when they strike. And while there are predictions, all we can do is to prepare. As you go on packing your kit, be sure not to forget any of the following for a start.

Bottled waters. You can do away with food but not water. Majority of our body is packed with liquid and once we start to get dehydrated, all of those vital functions like thinking straight and staying conscious can be affected. When you pack, be sure to have this above all else.

Easy to prepare foods. By this, we mean those that no longer need some cooking. Most popular picks include chocolate bards and canned goods. There will be rations provided by the state and some concerned organizations when you go to evacuation sites. But while you are at your home, its best to have some foods packed up.

First aid. This does not only include those stuff that you use for treating external wounds, scratches and cuts. This also include the basic tablets and even multivitamins. Choose those best selection and keep some of them ready.

Flash lights with extra batteries. Electricity is likely to fail in an event of a tremendous natural disaster. As it goes on, you will also have to bear with the absence of light during evening. Flashlights can help you out on this matter. Of course, be sure to secure extra batteries on board in case the installed one runs out of power.

Mobile phones with chargers or radio and other communication devices. Now that the world has gone digital, asking for help and support will be faster if you can immediately contact people from areas that are not affected by any disaster. Charge up your mobiles and secure hand held radios.

Blankets. When worse comes to worst, you may need to leave your place and settle on centers that will keep you safe. Blankets provide warmth and comfort and can even act as a clothing substitute in case the spare ones you have gets wet.

Natural calamities can be deadly depending on the central area where it happens and its intensity. Be prepared for this possibility and start to pack up. You may not appreciate its importance as of yet, but they will come in very handy when time comes. These things we have mentioned here are just the basics. You can always add or change them depending on your priority.




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