- Grampa always said "It costs just as much to drive with the gas tank on the top half!" Such good advice - not having to worry about getting gas was a real blessing.
- Make sure you have cash on hand. In Grassland, amazingly there was some gas still available, but neither the debit nor the credit machines worked - cash only
- If you don't have a 72 hour kit, DO IT NOW! There are many resources on-line. Here is what the federal government suggests. Personalize yours to suit your family needs.
Basic
Emergency Kit
You may have some of these basic emergency kit items already, such as a
flashlight, battery-operated radio, food, water and blankets. The key is to
make sure they are organized, easy to find and easy to carry (in a suitcase
with wheels or in a backpack) in case you need to evacuate your home. Whatever
you do, don't wait for a disaster to happen.
Easy to carry
Think of ways that you can pack your emergency kit so that you and those on your emergency plan can easily take the items with you, if necessary
Think of ways that you can pack your emergency kit so that you and those on your emergency plan can easily take the items with you, if necessary
Water
Two litres of water per person per day (Include small bottles that can be carried easily in case of an evacuation order)
Two litres of water per person per day (Include small bottles that can be carried easily in case of an evacuation order)
Food
That won't spoil, such as canned food, energy bars and dried foods (remember to replace the food and water once a year)
That won't spoil, such as canned food, energy bars and dried foods (remember to replace the food and water once a year)
Manual can
opener
Flashlight
and batteries
Battery-powered
or wind-up radio
Extra
batteries
First aid
kit
Special
needs items
Prescription medications, infant formula or equipment for people with disabilities
Prescription medications, infant formula or equipment for people with disabilities
Extra keys
for your car and house
Cash
Include smaller bills, such as $10 bills (travellers cheques are also useful) and change for payphones
Include smaller bills, such as $10 bills (travellers cheques are also useful) and change for payphones
Emergency
plan
Include a copy of it and ensure it contains in-town and out-of-town contact information
Include a copy of it and ensure it contains in-town and out-of-town contact information
Additional
Emergency Supplies
The basic emergency kit will help you get through the first
72 hours of an emergency. In addition to this kit, we recommend you also
have the following additional emergency supplies. Then you will be well
equipped for even the worst emergencies.
Two
additional litres of water per person per day
For cooking and cleaning
For cooking and cleaning
Candles and
matches or lighter
Place in sturdy containers and do not burn unattended
Place in sturdy containers and do not burn unattended
Change of
clothing and footwear
For each household member
For each household member
Sleeping bag
or warm blanket
For each household member
For each household member
Toiletries
Hand
sanitizer
Toilet paper
Utensils
Garbage bags
Household chlorine
bleach or water purifying tablets
Basic tools
Hammer, pliers, wrench, screwdrivers, work gloves, pocket knife
Hammer, pliers, wrench, screwdrivers, work gloves, pocket knife
Small
fuel-operated stove and fuel
Whistle
To attract attention
To attract attention
Duct tape
I cannot stress enough the importance of having one of these. When you have a short period of time in an emergency, you often are not thinking clearly. Think of the 5 P's - People, Pets,Prescriptions, Pictures, Personal items. We appreciate your prayers on our behalf and continue to pray for those left behind fighting this humongous devastating fire. Please also pray for rain.
Lots of Love,
Auntie Charlene
2 comments:
Thanks Charlene, thats very helpful.
Can't wait for the post fire reunion in the chapel. Love you!
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