The United States Government is asking all Americans to take more
responsibility for their own safety in the case of a man-made or natural
disaster. Officials say it's not a matter of if a disaster will strike;
it's a matter of when.
ResQpaq.com supports the campaign that is aimed at encouraging Americans
to prepare for disasters by creating communications plans and
READY kits that will enable them to survive on their own,
without assistance, for
72 hours.
The campaign seeks to educate citizens about the kinds of disasters -
both natural and human-caused - they should prepare for, what to do in
the event of specific disasters, the type of information to include in
individual and family plans and what should be included in
READY kits. A call for citizens to make a difference through
volunteerism is also a key campaign theme. WHY: Two important lessons learned from
the recent tragedies on the Gulf Coast are that disaster can strike
anywhere at any time and that being prepared makes a big difference in
terms of both survival and recovery. Advance planning also enables
individuals to: remain healthy while waiting for first responders;
reunite with family members more quickly; and protect identity,
insurance and financial records in the event of a disaster. Planning helps. If your family knows
what to expect, they will be more calm in the aftermath of a disaster.
You should know where to turn for local instructions, such as local
broadcasting networks.
There are other ways to prepare. Take a first aid and CPR class
so that you can provide emergency medical help. Review your insurance
policies to reduce the financial loss of a disaster. Remember to make
accomodations for elderly family members and neighbors or those with
special needs.
DON'T LET YOUR FAMILY BE CAUGHT WITHOUT THESE ITEMS:
Mountain Road Warrior (20 Piece)
This 20 piece kit fits most all road emergency situations. All items are packed in a heavy-duty backpack.
Note: The image above shows the 19 piece Urban Road Warrior (URW01).
