Natural disasters come in all sizes and shapes. Cyclone, earthquakes, flooding and landslides, forest fires, twisters, and many other disasters can present themselves at any time. They all can have a notable disruptive affect on our daily lives. Being prepared for these occasions can help you and your family pull through the thunderstorm and emerge on the other end safely and much better able to take care of post disaster situations.
For the possibility of flooding, get an axe and life preservers available. Stow away an axe and life preservers in the upper story, or attic room, of your house. Remember, most of the drowning sufferers of Hurricane Katrina were men and women who stayed in their homes and found themselves caught by ascending waters with no place to go. Many drowned in their attics, incapable to break through the ceiling to the outside. A few bucks invested in these items ahead of time might save your life!
Water is critical. Water is undeniably essential for human survival; it plays a part in all of the body’s biochemical responses. You may not believe it, but most of us could make it through for several weeks without meals, but a one day without having clean water in severe warmth can eradicate a person. Water demands differ depending upon activity level and temperature. The absolute minimum for survival, with minimal or no activity and cool conditions, is approximately 2 quart of drinking water per day, and 4 quarts of water daily will usually support modest activity at an acceptable level of comfort under moderate circumstances (you will feel somewhat dehydrated).
More than 2 quart of water every hour might be needed to perform heavy physical labour under incredibly hot conditions. Usually allow approximately one gallon per person every day. Clean drinking water may easily end up being unavailable prior to, throughout, and right after a natural disaster thanks to supply shortages, pollution, and electrical power outages.