Sanitation and Hygiene
While sanitation preparedness is often overlooked, in a crisis it can become a critical factor contributing to life or death. While the three issues for October 2019 contain much of the information on this topic, this supplement has some questions and idea that are good to consider.
Health and First Aid
Having the necessary medications, supplements, or other things we need to take care of our heath as well as first aid supplies for a crisis are on the list of 8 things that our area seventy have asked us to prepare. There is information in the 2019 preparedness guide about these things and staying healthy.… Continue reading
Financial Reserves and Self Reliance
While there are details in the 2019 papers for August about financial preparedness and self-reliance, it is wise to set goals that are easily attainable. In this 2020 companion to the 2019 papers you will find some ideas of goals you might set in this area.
Clothing and Bedding
Most people believe they have plenty of clothes to get through anything. Then there is bedding. You may have several half worn out comfy blankets that get drug around the house, or you may have just what your family is currently using. There is always the possibility of buying what you need, right? Well, maybe… Continue reading
Preparing Important Papers
Some people are experts at keeping important documents updated and ready for an emergency while others are focused on food and water and still others are happy as long as they have camping equipment. Whether this is your favorite area or not, it is vitally important to have it in order. The 2019 preparedness guide… Continue reading
Long-term Food Storage
We are in the third month of COVID-19, and while things are starting to open back up we have all witnessed shortages of certain items and a trend in more people cooking at home. This has been eye-opening for many people in regards to food and water storage. What if the situation were more serious?… Continue reading
Earthquake Extra
There are many things that could be written about earthquakes. I have personally been to more than one event focusing on earthquake preparedness. The topic is often something frightening to people and sometimes it is the only thing people can imagine preparing for in an emergency situation. An earthquake is certainly not the only reason… Continue reading
Three Month Supply
This is a supplement to the 2019 section on three month supply of food that you can use on a regular basis. It is important to include fruits, vegetables, protein sources, calcium sources, and carbohydrates as you plan and collect your supply of food. While we all like to eat fresh things. It is a… Continue reading
Water Preparedness – March
You will die faster from not having air or water than from not having food. Having a supply of water is critical to being prepared even if you can only store a minimum of 1 1/2 gallons per person per day for 3 days. While the 2019 guide has more information on water preparedness, here… Continue reading