Thursday, January 8, 2015

Assembling Or Purchasing A 3 Day Survival Kit

By Stacey Burt


The future is always uncertain and one never knows when tragedy will strike or an emergency will occur. It is best to always be prepared and one way of doing this is to always have a 3 day survival kit on hand. It is these very first three twenty four hour time periods that can be the most critical. How well prepared you are can make the difference between life and death.

An emergency can take the shape of many forms. It can be a hurricane, tornado, tsunami, or even a nuclear or bomb attack. Not matter what the case, the supplies you have on hand and the equipment you have ready can be the tools that save your family from this life-threatening catastrophe.

You are going to need a variety of items to ensure your safety and sustainability. By having these at your disposal for even this short period will give you time to re-group and re-think your position and then react. You will be ready to take on so much more than other individuals who did not have the foresight to prepare for such occurrences. Necessary items will include food, first aid items, shelter and blankets, communication devices, food and food preparation equipment.

Foods can be those prepared by reputable companies who may specific bundles of essentials for these types of events. For this short time period, regular canned and dry goods will also suffice. Items such as canned and dried meats, energy and power bars, powdered drinks and milk, and canned and dried fruits and vegetables can be included as part of your store. Prep your water supplies by keeping filled plastic containers in your freezer or a storage area at all times. Prepper companies will have plastic bags filled with this life-saving liquid that are easy to access and consume when needed.

A good first aid box should include pain relief tablets, thermometer, band aids, gauze, rubbing alcohol and peroxide, tape, and scissors. Communication equipment should include a radio that can be operated by batteries or solar energy, two-way radios for communication between family members and extra cell phones with battery-powered chargers. Don't forget to stock up on those batteries.

Other items needed will include flashlights, matches, lighters, a hammer or hatchet, and a manual can opener. Sanitation items, soap, and baby and pet supplies may also be needed depending on your family dynamics. Always include contact information for other family members, personal documents such as drivers licenses, birth certificates and social security cards, and maps of the surrounding areas.

Shelter will depend on the type of emergency. If you are able to stay in your own home, this may not be a priority but if your home is destroyed, it will be much more of an issue. You may need to have a tent on hand that will house your entire family. If this is not feasible, stock up on several large tarps, stakes and rope. Sleeping bags are the best choice but a variety of large, warm blankets will also do. Prepper companies also offer blankets made of Mylar which will assist in keeping the heat in.

Being ready and prepared for any emergency will help safeguard you and your loved ones. Begin all of your preparations immediately and your chances of surviving will increase greatly. There is no such thing as being too ready for a catastrophe.




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