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AARPTeri
Community Manager
August 25, 2020

What are your emergency plans?

  • August 25, 2020
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September is National Preparedness month. Created by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) in 2004, it serves as a reminder that we all must take an active role to prepare for the types of disasters and emergencies that could affect us where we live, work and visit.  Our Rewards Connect page (https://www.aarp.org/rewards/connect/) has some great Q&A with a FEMA expert.

 

Do you have a plan in place? Have you a ready-packed “go-bag” or emergency kit? What’s your communication plan? Share your tips or ask questions of others here!

 

Here is an additional great article on how to prepare for fire, hurricanes and other emergencies.

 

Not sure where to start when packing an emergency kit? Check out this list of essential items in the time of Covid-19.

29 replies

Contributor ⭐
September 26, 2020

I woke up at 5:30 Friday morning to the blind homeowner that I take care of screaming fire!!! As I got dressed and ran upstairs and got him out of the house the fire department showed up and put out the fire thank God. Now he being the homeowner should have had insurance but he doesn't!! After pulling him out of the fire I was able to salvage some of my belongings but not much. The American red Cross paid for a hotel room for three nights for me but after that I'm looking at homelessness for the first time in my life. I'm a 52-year-old man who just applied for his disability if anybody can point me to any resources in Jefferson City Missouri I would be more than grateful my name is Christopher Reynolds my email is.. creyn68@gmail.com i wish i had a plan. I have no family, i was an only child. And this is a situation i am very much afraid of with winter coming fast. To be pointed in a direction that has a glimmer of hope would be very much appreciated. Thank you and God bless

Contributor ⭐⭐
September 30, 2020

Yes indeed.  If Donald is re elected I'm swimming across Lake Ontario and hide in Canada

Contributor ⭐
October 1, 2020

We have 72 hour kits, which we change out as needed. A great first aid kit, with hand warmers and instant ice packs. Clothing, changed by the season. Water for cleaning and drinking, one gallon per day per person. Cleaning supplies, soap, disposable washcloths, towels, etc.

In our vehicle we store a little propane cooker with the pans and utensils to cook with. Eating utensils and plates and cups. These come in a package we purchased several years ago. 

Blankets are in the vehicle, used to cover the seat until needed. 

Toilet paper and some type of cleansing wipes, change out to be sure they are moist when needed.

We keep batteries and radios stored there also. 

I know that sounds like a ton to store in a truck, but ours has a storage area under the back seat which fits most everything but the water. Including some tools. Most important is the food storage which is in small packages and good for 25 years. 

We know where to meet our family if possible, and they are prepared also to the best of their ability. 

 

Contributor ⭐
October 5, 2020

Having: first aid bag, water, flash light, fruit, matches, candles, blankets, a change of clothes, letting family know ahead of time where I'll be. Try to be calm and staying focused.