Archive for November 10th, 2010
Preparation
I live in a mild climate. There are times when it does not feel that way. I do acknowledge that I have never been snowed in or had to deal with snow removal. I do live in earthquake country. My point being that no matter where you live, you should be prepared for disruption, even disaster.
Where I live is prone to winter power disruption and flooding. I don’t, won’t live in a flood zone, but I have been flooded out. I have been unable to access my home because the roads were flooded. I do prefer to be flooded ‘in’, but that brings it’s own set of problems.
Batteries, food, potable water, medications, first-aid supplies, warm clothing, rain gear, accommodation for pets, portable radio, gas in the car, a hard-wire phone line, working smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, a camp stove, lantern, and table games are some of the preparations I make. A family contact plan is also important.
In addition, I like to have some foods on hand that are interesting and fun, ditto table games. It makes passing the time much easier. Fortunately, it has been a few years since I have needed to implement my preparations.
Regardless of where you live, preparing for the unexpected can make facing the challenges of nature easier to meet.