The Gift of Preparedness

"The gift of preparedness" is a concept that encourages people to prepare for disasters and other emergencies. Some say that being prepared can reduce fear, anxiety, and losses during disasters. 

• Here are some ideas for preparedness gifts:

  • Emergency kit

    A kit that includes: 

    • One gallon of water per person per day for several days 

    • A several-day supply of non-perishable food 

    • A battery-powered or hand crank radio 

    • A NOAA Weather Radio with tone alert 

    • A flashlight 

    • A first aid kit 

    • Extra batteries 

    • A whistle 

  • Stocking stuffers

    Items like: 

    • Hand warmers 

    • Freeze-dried food 

    • Candles 

    • Emergency poncho 

    • Heat reflective blanket 

  • Other items

    : 

    • Life straws or water purification 

    • Socks 

    • Mylar bivy sacks 

    • Miniature hygiene items 

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  You can also consider: 

  • Surviving the Fall of America: Disaster Preparedness

  • A 1-Year Emergency Food Kit, which can take care of your family's food needs 

  • A barrel of water, a siphon, and a bung wrench to fill and access the water 

  • Something to purify the water