Saturday, December 3, 2011

Urban Survival Kit - How to Make Your Own Emergency Kit If You Work in the City

!: Urban Survival Kit - How to Make Your Own Emergency Kit If You Work in the City

If you work in the city an urban survival kit is a must-have. What is it? It's a small, unobtrusive kit that you can grab in case of emergency like a terrorist attack, pandemic outbreak, earthquake, building evacuation etc.

After 9/11 many people realize that being prepared is essential. It may make the difference between life and death in a disaster situation.

The problem is that you don't want to look like a nutjob lugging a huge emergency backpack with 2 weeks of emergency food supplies to work with you everyday. Plus you probably take public transportation and work in an office so you don't want anything that is too heavy or stands out.

So here's what to do. Start with a small black camera/SLR/digital video bag, fanny pack or EMT pouch. If it has a few usable pockets all the better.

I prefer black, but if that color stands out in relation to it's relative background (i.e. against your purse, laptop bag, carrier bag, etc) try and find one that is closer to that color instead.

This bag can be attached to your laptop bag, briefcase, or even your belt depending on what you are doing and wearing (I used a couple of karabiners to attach mine to a laptop bag). You want to make sure it's big enough for what you're going to put into it.

Here are a few things to put into your urban survival kit:

- Several small Ziploc type bags
- Disposable rain poncho (in a 4" x 5" package).
- Mylar emergency blanket (small)
- Waterproof matches
- Small flashlight (one spare set of batteries too).
- Water purification tablets
- Collapsible water bottle (water bag)
- A couple of pens for writing
- Small note pad
- to in small bills including quarters
- Emergency ID card
- A couple of Energy bars (not chocolate bars)
- Copy of house key
- Portable wall charger for your cell phone
- Simple First Aid Kit

You might also need to add some additional things that are specific to you, such as medication, or feminine hygiene products.

The advantage to using a small discreet bag in an urban survival kit is that in an emergency most people won't notice you grabbing a small bag quickly and heading out. Plus people on the street are less likely to notice it too.

The to in small bills is useful if ATMs are down and public transportation is out of the question. You can quickly grab a cab to get home. If you know it takes to get home, you're covered and way ahead of most people who won't have cash on hand.

Also, if things get a little nuts, you can still use the cash to help get things or even 'negotiate' with someone.

Make sure to list the following on your emergency ID card:

- Your full name and cell phone number
- Any allergies or medical conditions you have
- Any medication and doses you take
- Your primary health care professional (Name, phone & office address)
- Your emergency contact people (Name & phone numbers)

Don't use your home phone number, use a cell number.

Why not use your home phone number? If you put a copy of your house key in the urban survival kit, and you lose the kit, someone just needs to do a reverse look up on 411.com and get your current address. You might as well send out invitations to potential burglars.

Use the Ziploc bags to hold your small bills, your emergency ID card, spare batteries, and house key. If you didn't purchase a prepackaged First Aid kit, use another Ziploc bag for that.

Remember to take as much of the air out of the Ziploc bags as possible to reduce space. Place everything into your carrier. And away you go!

Also remember to check the expiry date of the your energy bars, I'd also recommend staying away from chocolate coated types, as they tend to melt in heat. Try and find a quality meal replacement bar that doesn't have a lot of sugar so you can avoid the sugar spike and crash.

So those are a few tips on how to build your own small urban survival kit to have on hand. In case of emergency this kit can help you make it home to your loved ones quickly and safely.


Urban Survival Kit - How to Make Your Own Emergency Kit If You Work in the City

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Monday, November 21, 2011

Emergency Preparedness Should Not Be a Disaster

!: Emergency Preparedness Should Not Be a Disaster

Natural disasters (or acts of nature) are considered to be the consequence of a natural hazard which affects human activities. They are termed a disaster if they cause financial, environmental or human loss due to lack of planning or lack of appropriate emergency management.

Acts of nature come in many varied forms. Land movement disasters include avalanches, earthquakes, lahars, landslides, mudflows and volcanic eruptions. Blizzards, droughts, hailstorms, heat waves and cyclonic storms (including hurricanes, tropical cyclones and typhoons) are all considered to be water disasters. Other disaster situations include fire, health and disease (including epidemics and famine), and space (impact events and solar flares).

Natural disasters are often related. Drought can lead to famine and disease, tsunamis are caused by earthquakes under the ocean, and volcanic eruptions can result in lahars and fires ravaging the land. All of these natural disasters can cause environmental emergencies. They can strike quickly and without warning. It can force you to evacuate your neighborhood or confine you to your home. What would you do if basic services--water, gas, electricity or telephones--were cut off? Local officials and relief workers will be on the scene after a disaster, but they cannot reach everyone right away.

Emergency management or disaster management involves preparing for a disaster before it happens. You cannot put an emergency on hold. Effective emergency preparation relies on a well thought out plan of action that will help you and your family know what to do in case of an emergency situation. Every household, school and business needs an Emergency Plan.

As part of your emergency plan you should consider the following guidelines:

-Safe exits from your home, school, place of business and neighborhood -Meeting places to reunite with family members, roommates, colleagues, etc.
-A designated person to pick up your children if you are unable to do so
-A place for your pet(s) to stay
-Contact person(s) close by and out-of-town
-Pertinent health information for you, your family and pet(s)
-Location of fire extinguishers, water and gas shut-off valves, electrical box and floor drain -Possible risks in your area

What you have on hand when a disaster happens could make the difference between surviving or not surviving the emergency. Plan to store enough supplies for everyone in your household for at least 72 hours (3 days). It is important to have an emergency survival kit that contains all the products families (schools or businesses) would need to comfortably stand firm against an emergency situation. Emergency kits should be kept in the home (near the front door if possible), car and workplace for unexpected emergencies such as power outages, break downs, hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, blizzards, earthquakes and other potential disasters.

Some items to consider for your survival kit should include:

-easy-carry backpack or duffel bag
-emergency food and water for 72 hours (3 days)
-first aid kit, medications (if required)
-flashlight(s) and batteries, emergency whistle
-heavy-duty leather work gloves, disposable vinyl gloves
-FM radio and batteries or crank radio (no batteries required)
-tooth paste and toothbrush (one per person)
-disposable razors (double-blade), antibacterial deodorant soap,
-paper tissues and toilet paper rolls, terry towel(s)
-multi-purpose scissors, note pad(s) with pencil(s) and pencil sharpener
-rain poncho(s), tube-tent, emergency blanket(s) to retain body heat
-camping stove
-can also be used as heat-source
-waterproof matches
-pocket warmers, comfortable shoes, extra clothing
-some extra cash

By having a minimum of the suggested 72 hour (3 day) supply of food, water, first aid, shelter and other survival gear in your disaster preparedness kit, you will be able to take care of yourself and your family in an emergency situation. Be Prepared - Before Disaster Strikes!


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Monday, November 7, 2011

Packing for a British Summer Holiday

!: Packing for a British Summer Holiday

In Britain, people always hope for a long, hot and pleasant summer, but the realities can be a little disappointing, and more often than not both visitors to Britain and people who live in the UK can find their summer dreams of long walks on the beach and suntans drowned out by clouds, rain and a never-ending chill.

The somewhat unpredictable nature of the British weather can make it very difficult to pack for a summer holiday in the country, and even Brits can find themselves at the mercy of a sudden and unexpected downpour that threatens their dreams of having a BBQ, a day at the beach, or even just a nice long walk. However, it doesn't have to be like this, and with a little research and planning, you will be able to pack clothes and other accessories that will help keep you cool, dry and warm during your summer holiday.

The type of weather that you're most likely to encounter during the British summer, is of course, rain. The wet weather has become one of the most famous aspects of the British summertime, with many people making jokes about the rain ruining BBQ's and sport matches, such as tennis or cricket. However, there are ways that you can tackle the rain, and while the first will be to check the weather forecast for the day before going outside, another thing will be to pack an umbrella or two in your suitcase or a smaller day bag that you can take with you. If you're travelling to a city, then a small umbrella will do, there is no need to take a large golf umbrella, as this will get in the way, and is also very difficult to pack. If you don;t want to take an umbrella, then consider taking a lightweight waterproof jacket, or even a disposable waterproof poncho that you can easily fold up and put in a bag or even a pocket.

Once you've prepared for rain, it's vital that you also prepare for the sunshine, as unexpected showers are often followed by a burst of lovely, warming and surprising sun. So, remember to pack a few sun protection essentials in your bag, especially sun screen that has an SPF of at least 15 or above, and sunglasses. You may also want to pack a wide-brimmed hat to protect your face and eyes from the sun's rays and also to protect your head and scalp from being burnt. If you're planning on going to a beach in the UK, then the same sun protection rules apply, so remember to reapply sunscreen regularly, especially after coming into contact with water, remember to drink water frequently, and to sit in the shade if the heat gets too much.

The great British summer can be a fantastic time to explore everything that the UK has to offer, and while the weather can be unpredictable, that doesn't mean that it has to ruin your holiday - just make sure that you and your travelling companions are well prepared for all possible weather conditions when you leave your hotel for the day. So whether you've booked a Darlington hotel or a hotel in London or Glasgow, make sure that come rain or shine, your holiday in the UK is the best that it can be.


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Thursday, November 3, 2011

What to Pack For a Music Festival

!: What to Pack For a Music Festival

The key to packing for music festivals isn't packing light- it's packing in a way you can carry as much as possible to the campsite from your car or whatever public transport you take to the event. Obviously a car is better because you can pack more stuff, making you better prepared and less reliant on the overpriced shops, food stalls and bars in and around the festival arena.

The amount you'll need to pack will vary depending on whether you're at a a 2 day, 3 night festival like V festival or the isle of White or other festivals like Glastonbury or Reading and Leeds, which are longer so you might need to pack more food, drink and toiletries.

Festival food

Although food at festivals is in ready supply and some of it isn't too bad these days to save money we'd recommend taking as much of your own food as possible. Here's some ideas- remember summer music festivals can get hot so fresh food will to off quickly if it's not kept cool.

Barbecues - fires are banned at all the music festival campsites, although this isn't really enforced as much at Glastonbury as others like V festival. Portable and disposable BBQs are good idea because BBQ food is easy to cook and the disposable ones you can, obviously, dispose of so you don't have to carry them home. Stick with some simple burgers and sausages, take it frozen then keep it in a freezer box with ice packs and it should stay fresh for 24 hours or so. Avoid chicken, fish or cooked rice as these tend to have the worst consequences if you leave them out too long or don't cook them thoroughly enough before eating. Don't forget the tomato ketchup! You could also take some frozen bacon and bread to make bacon sandwiches the first morning on camp.

Tinned food- After the BBQ foods gone move onto the cans and anything you can cook quickly over a portable gas cooker. If you have a cooker you can boil water as well meaning you can make instant noodle and soup cups as well as the essential morning cup of tea (which will cost you £1.50 if you buy it from a food stall). Don't forget the tin opener and kettle, as well as something to clean the pots and plates with.

Non-perishable food - stuff like breakfast cereal, which you can eat with long life milk are great for festivals- they won't excite the taste buds but they will fill you up quickly and cheaply.

Festival drinks

There's drinking water taps in he campsites at every music festival so don't worry about bottled water. Just bring enough empty bottles or a water container to fill at the taps.

More importantly alcohol is expensive at festivals and is hard to find in the campsites as the bars are all within the live music arenas. If you want to drink, and most people do, taking your own drink is advisable. The most popular drinks for music festivals are cans of lager and cider which you can buy cheaply from the supermarket by the case of 24 cans- making them reasonably easy to carry. If there's a few of you and you need several cases consider buying or renting a trolley to push your beers to the campsite- they get heavy!

Glass is not allowed in the campsites of music festivals. V festival and Reading are especially strict on this and you could lose your tickets if you're found with glass bottles inside the campsite. If you're taking drinks which only come in glass bottles, like vodka or whiskey, decant these into a plastic bottle and dispose of the glass carefully before you go into the campsite.

Sleeping

Tents are advisable although other more innovative forms of shelter have also been know I've the years including tepee's, trenches, tree houses and dustbin liners! Remember you're unlikely to be spending a great deal of time in your tent so a basic waterproof dome is sufficient. For a bit of added luxury and campsite finesse you can pitch several dome tents in a square and erect a gazebo over the gap in the middle as a mini courtyard.

Make sure you have something soft to sleep on. Inflatable mattresses are the best, failing that a decent groundsheet and roll mat will take the edge of the hard, often rocky campsite ground.

Before you leave make sure your tent has enough decent tent pegs, which aren't twisted and bent out of shape. Also pack a mallet to knock them into the ground.

Washing and personal hygiene

Keeping clean at festivals is a thankless task but if you're the type of person who can't enjoy the day if you don't start it with a wash you have a few options at modern festivals.

Most festival grounds now have some sort of shower facilities. At Glastonbury there are several options including the environmentally friendly organic showers. At V festival they usually have prison like communal shower blocks- anyone with a weekend ticket which includes camping can use these for free.

Remember to take towels and shower gel to wash with. Girls will be glad to know many festivals have hairdryers and hair straighteners which you can rent (albeit at an extortionate price) look out for these near the shower facilities.

If queuing for a communal shower isn't your thing you could invest in a camping shower (basically a big water tank with a shower head on it). These double up as useful storage for drinking water. Else the good old fashioned wet wipes will keep you feeling semi-fresh until the end of the weekend.

Clothes

Don't go overboard with clothes at festivals but don't trust the weatherman either and plan for all eventualities weather wise. A decent waterproof or poncho are always a good idea. As is some lightweight summer clothing or even beachwear in case it gets really hot.

On your feet you don't want any sandal type shoes which will fall of in a crowd or get stuck in the mud. High heels are a terrible idea but you'll know doubt see someone trying it. Trainers are a good option and wellington boots are always worth taking as well. Even if the weathers looking fine the slightest shower can turn festival sites into mud pits.

These packing tips will get you started but the most important thing to pack to a music festival is a sense of fun. The festival is only a couple of days so if you forget something or your tent eta flattened or blown away don't despair, you'll be back in your nice comfy bed by Monday.


What to Pack For a Music Festival

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Saturday, October 29, 2011

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Wednesday, October 26, 2011

Earthquake Survival Kit: Build Your Own

!: Earthquake Survival Kit: Build Your Own

After every major earthquake people find themselves displaced out of their homes either temporarily, or permanently. This latest earthquake in Christchurch New Zealand is no different. Those people who still have their home intact often find that they are without water, electricity, phone, and even sewage services. A very tough situation becomes even tougher.

Depending on the severity of the quake, it can take days, weeks, and even months before all the services are working properly. Life temporarily becomes one big headache. It is a very stressful time for everyone in the community.

The best way to lessen the impact of an earthquake on you and your household is to prepare in advance for it. That's right, I am talking about having an earthquake kit ready.

If you live in an area that is prone to earthquakes and you don't have an earthquake kit yet, now is the time to amend that problem. You can buy one already made or better yet make one yourself. Store the kit in large plastic bins that are clearly marked. Store it somewhere that is easy to get to and make sure everyone in the home knows where it is and it's purpose.

Here are the basic items that every homes earthquake survival kit should include:

Water:

You need at least a three-day supply per person. That is a minimum of one gallon of water a day per person for three days.

Don't forget to also store some for yours pets.

Keep it in plastic bottles. I like to buy gallon bottles of purified water for this step.

Rotate your water every six months.

Purify contaminated water with household liquid bleach. Add 16 drops per gallon and wait 30 minutes. If you don't smell a slight odor of bleach, repeat the process.

Food:

Make sure all food is non-perishable. Ready to eat canned foods are good choices.

Granola bars, dried fruit, peanut butter, crackers and other high energy foods should be included.

Also include formula for the baby and any special food that your elderly need.

Don't forget food for your pets.

Don't forget to rotate your food every six months. Check expiration dates.

Shelter:

Buy some waterproof vinyl or polyethylene tarps. Hopefully you will be able to still shelter in your own home but there may still be damage to the structure. You can protect your home from the elements with those tarps. Tarps are also ideal for catching rain water to drink.

If you aren't able to stay home then you need to know how to make a shelter out of those tarps or have a tent to shelter your family.

An alternative to tarps is plastic sheeting. When taped down with duct tape it seals windows very well.

First Aid Kit:

Buy a good kit for your home. The more extensive it is, the better level of treatment you can offer.

Have smaller, basic kit for your bug out bag.

Rendering first aid to the injured is critical during any survival situation. Take some courses from the Red Cross or a similar organization to learn how to treat the injured.

Realize that hospitals will be overwhelmed and that the fastest healing will happen because you provided aid immediately.

Personal Hygiene & medication:

Feminine supplies.

Soap.

Tooth brush and paste.

Contact lens solution and extra lens. Spare pair of glasses.

Important medication. Rotate every 6 months.

Deodorant.

Tools and other implements:

Flashlights, batteries.

Fire starters. Have several different kinds such as waterproof matches and a lighter.

Knives.

550 paracord.

Duct tape.

An ax, a hand saw, or even a chain saw.

A big wrench to turn off the water and gas.

A folding shovel.

A good multi tool.

A manual can opener such as a P-38.

Disposable camera.

Work gloves

Paper plates, plastic utensils and other disposable feeding supplies.

Crowbar.

Hammer & nails.

Staple gun.

Documents: Copies of all documents can be either paper or digital. I think it makes the most sense to have both.

Wills.

Insurance; home, life, auto, and medical.

Passports, drivers license, and other identification.

Bank account information.

Credit card account information.

Contact list.

Family birth, death and marriage certificates.

Sanitation:

Toilet paper.

Sanitary wipes.

Rubber gloves.

Face mask.

Plastic garbage bags with ties

5 gallon bucket with a lid.

Liquid chlorine bleach.

Poop bags to pick up after pets.

Clothing and Sleeping gear:

Sturdy clothes shoes and boots.

Rain poncho.

Blankets or sleeping bags.

Miscellaneous:

Deck of cards or something else to fight boredom

0 cash. When the power is off you can't use your credit cards.

Anything else that you think is important.

Building and maintaining your homes survival kit is very rewarding. The kit will of course work for other disasters besides earthquakes. I hope that I gave you enough ideas to get you started on your own. By doing this for your family you will know that they are much more ready than most of your neighbors. The feeling that you get is great...I hope that you feel it soon!


Earthquake Survival Kit: Build Your Own

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Sunday, October 23, 2011

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Wednesday, April 6, 2011

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Wednesday, March 23, 2011

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