What would you do if you lost power for a day? What about a nasty storm knocking out transport to your area for a week? What if you had to evacuate your home because of a wild fire?
A little emergency preparedness can go a long way. Spending an hour or two today, along with a few dollars, can make sure that you have less to worry about in the event of an emergency. And if you’re worrying about a bad storm or a wild fire, I think that any peace of mind that being prepared can bring you is worth the effort.
So what do I think is important in an evacuation bag?
A flashlight with spare batteries
change of clothing, with extra underwear and socks
Soap and a few other basic hygiene supplies
A recent back up of important computer files
Copies of important documents, such as birth certificates and Social Security cards
An inventory (for insurance purposes)
A list of important phone numbers
A deck of cards or other entertainment
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