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WHAT ARE THE 10 MOST IMPORTANT ITEMS IN A FIRST AID KIT?


SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2021


A well-prepared first aid kit should contain a wide variety of medical supplies according to the needs of the individual. The contents should be able to treat a wide variety of injuries and illnesses. In addition, it's good to have extra items on hand in case a need arises. But when it comes to the basics, here are 10 items that are absolutely necessary for a basic first aid kit...
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WHAT’S IN AN EMERGENCY KIT?


SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2021


It’s not a question of if but when you’ll need an emergency kit. Emergencies are unpredictable, but there are many things that can be done beforehand to prepare for one. Ensuring that you have a well-stocked emergency kit before a disaster strikes increases your chances of survival...
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WHAT DOES MRE STAND FOR?


SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2021


The abbreviation MRE stands for Meal Ready to Eat. An MRE is a self-contained complete meal that can be eaten in field conditions without preparation or refrigeration...
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Top Items You Need to Prepare for Winter Storms


Friday, November 12, 2021


The time to prepare for winter storms — and all other emergencies, for that matter — is before disaster strikes. Stocking up on emergency supplies like food, water and first aid items, as well as supplies for communication and heating, helps ensure you’ll remain safe and as comfortable as possible during winter storms. Whether you usually only experience light snow a few times a year or you expect to be hit by heavy blizzards, we’ve come up with a list of the top items you need to prepare for winter storms...
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Hurricanes


Wednesday, November 3, 2021


Hurricanes are a threat to those living along the Atlantic and Gulf Coasts in the South and, less often, along the Northeast coast. Hurricanes that affect the United States develop in the Atlantic Ocean, travelling at roughly 15 miles per hour across the sea. These windstorms can be several hundred miles across and often pass through a number of Caribbean countries before making landfall...
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3 Easy Halloween Safety Tips


Tuesday, October 26, 2021


Trick or Treat? Halloween is here again. As you and your families step out in costume this year, we want to help you limit those tricky surprises to spooky ghouls and scary witches. Check out the following three safety tips to ensure this holiday remains a treat. When we asked parents about their most pressing Halloween safety concerns, many voiced fears about poison candy and child abductions while forgetting about one major safety offender: Cars...
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House Fire Safety, Prevention & Preparation


Tuesday, October 19, 2021


Although house fires have generally seen a decrease over the last decade, deaths from such fires have not slowed significantly during this period. Each year, thousands of people still perish in house fires across the nation, and negligent cooking practices remains the number one spot on the list of culprits...
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How to Choose the Perfect Emergency Radio


Tuesday, June 15, 2021


Including an emergency radio in your disaster survival kit is a common piece of advice. However, not many people know how to pick out a reliable emergency radio that’s actually going to help them get through a crisis. Not all radios are made equally, and when you’re in the midst of an emergency without power – whether you’re at home or traveling – your survival may depend on the gear you’ve stocked up on...
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