Thursday, June 2, 2011
Fire Prep
I'm sure you've all heard about the Wallow Fire burning outside of Alpine. It's burning one of my cousin-in-law's ranches. My heart is aching for everyone who is suffering right now. About a month ago, JD and I discussed that we needed an emergency evacuation kit in our home. I bought a 5 gallon tupperware, with the intentions of filling it up with supplies right away. It still sits empty in my guest bedroom. I heard today that there are 8, yes EIGHT fires burning across the state right now. It is time to get my butt in gear and get this kit done. I need some suggestions on what I should put in the kit. I have bottled water as well as some gallons of water for food and bathing use. I also have a first aid kit, spare clothes, and spare puppy food. Our important papers box will sit right on top of the tub so it is included as well. Any other suggestions?
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A guy in my ward just talked about emergency preparedness last week. He had a really good idea. Scan your important documents to your computer and then put them on a zip drive. That way it's less to carry and less likely to get damaged.
ReplyDeleteThats a great idea Ashley! I need to add that.
ReplyDeleteAlso flashlights & extra batteries. Candles & waterproof matches. emergency heat blankets. ponchos. MREs and other condensed food. Can Opener. Pocket knife. Utensils. femine products(just incase). birthcontrol. extra phone chargers or walkie talkies. small radio & extra batteries. trashbags.Compass. Map. hairties & clips. (and you might think about puting each of your stuff in backpacks instead, with a trashbag to water proof the inside.. just so they're easy to grab and carry and travel with?)