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The first step in emergency preparedness it to purchase a reliable emergency kit for oneself and ones family. In the event of a catastrophic disaster, we cannot rely solely on emergency personnel, since they will be unable to assist the many people who will need help. Following a major disaster, stores and financial institutions will be closed, utilities will be shut off and buildings and roads may become too dangerous.
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Expect the unexpected. Your family needs an emergency survival kit to prepare for life’s unanticipated disasters. Use our online Emergency Preparedness Questionnaire to build the right emergency kit for your specific geographic needs, based on recommendations from the Department of Homeland Security. You can also build a custom emergency kit to fit your needs by choosing products from our emergency preparedness product catalog.
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An emergency survival kit is an important investment in your family’s safety, but it’s of limited use if you’ve failed to preplan for an emergency. Family members may be at different locations when a disaster strikes. How will you find your loved ones? Will each adult and child know exactly what to do? Make sure you have a disaster plan and emergency communication plan to stay in touch.
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Knowledge is power. Your survival depends on knowing how to cope with specific disasters and maintaining an awareness of current risks. Check out our Emergency Preparedness Library for answers to common questions and up-to-date information from the country’s most reliable sources: the Department of Homeland Security, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Red Cross, among others.