Disaster Survival Information - How to Prepare and What to Buy
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Record Numbers
Record numbers of people started taking emergency disaster preparedness seriously starting back many decades ago. More recently, we have seen a surge starting back in 2010. and 2011. Why? Simply put, in order to protect their family and friends in the event that a disaster were to occur. It's easy to come up with a list of over 40 possible disaster scenarios which could affect any one of us.
In addition to the many possible local (natural and made-man) disasters, there is also the threat of larger national disaster scenarios. After seeing what happened with Hurricane Katrina, much of the US population has come to realize that the US government/FEMA was not properly prepared to help a small city adequately. Thus demonstrating, if a larger multiple state or national disaster were ever to occur, we cannot depend upon the government to save all of us.
Also, when you add in the possibility of a major pandemic or an international monetary collapse occurring, civil unrest etc., it all becomes more troubling. In many disaster scenarios, shipping of products could be severely affected. In turn, vital food and other supplies would most likely become in short supply. Speaking of a possible pandemic, the possibility of a serious national pandemic scenario is a real threat. There are numerous news reports regarding top US experts who have recently advised the US government, that their studies indicate the U.S. is not prepared to handle a serious national pandemic! In fact, Starting back in 2010 and 2011, many state's level of preparedness may have actually fallen due to budget cuts.
Odds of a Disaster Occurring Near You
The overall possibility of a disaster happening to you within the next 10 years is certainly a possibility and worth preparing you for. Even if you can only afford to spend say 1% of your income for some supplies, it would be a tremendous start on your part. Plus you'll enjoy the peace-of-mind that comes along with knowing you are prepared.
Based upon our many years of experience and continuing research, we are of the opinion that there are just too many different possible emergency scenarios for anyone to justly dismiss and ignore them all. Someday, you and your family's welfare could depend upon your level of preparedness. For example, lets say the odds of a natural or man made disaster occurring and affecting you (within the next ten years) is as low as 1-5%; this is enough to cause major concern to many people. We believe the odds are much higher when factoring in all of the potential economic issues. Recent surveys have indicated that the average American believes the odds of a major disaster occurring in the U.S., within the next 10 years to be 30-40%. So the question is, what third percent are you?
The Warning Signs
The average American is said to have a 3-day food supply on hand. Sounds ridiculous. Most Americans are simply misguided into thinking they can always count on having easy access to utilities, food, water, and security. Why? Well apparently, many people assume the government will always be able to provide for the entire country's population in all types of disasters. In spite of the fact that even state and federal government agencies don't agree and have repeatedly warned all Americans to have at least a minimum of 3-14 days worth of food and water supplies. Such guidelines really represent short term survival scenarios. In addition, there are the many longer-term scenarios for you to consider as well. Preparing for a week or two is better than nothing. However, we strongly urge everyone to consider preparing for more extended periods of time.
In addition, recent economic concerns tied to the troubled US dollar and Euro has more people concerned. The future possibility of hyper-inflation hitting the U.S. is a common cause for concern to many. If hyper-inflation were to occur, its often predicted that food and other vital supplies could become very expensive and in short supply. If nothing else, you must admit that an economic depression is certainly a possibility. In such circumstances, those individuals who have stocked surplus food supplies will fare the best in troubled times.
Ultimately, whatever action you decide to take, is up to you! This site is provided to inform people and give everyone the opportunity to start their own emergency preparedness action plan. We encourage you to do so.
*See additional pages offering planning tips and sample supply lists.
Record numbers of people started taking emergency disaster preparedness seriously starting back many decades ago. More recently, we have seen a surge starting back in 2010. and 2011. Why? Simply put, in order to protect their family and friends in the event that a disaster were to occur. It's easy to come up with a list of over 40 possible disaster scenarios which could affect any one of us.
In addition to the many possible local (natural and made-man) disasters, there is also the threat of larger national disaster scenarios. After seeing what happened with Hurricane Katrina, much of the US population has come to realize that the US government/FEMA was not properly prepared to help a small city adequately. Thus demonstrating, if a larger multiple state or national disaster were ever to occur, we cannot depend upon the government to save all of us.
Also, when you add in the possibility of a major pandemic or an international monetary collapse occurring, civil unrest etc., it all becomes more troubling. In many disaster scenarios, shipping of products could be severely affected. In turn, vital food and other supplies would most likely become in short supply. Speaking of a possible pandemic, the possibility of a serious national pandemic scenario is a real threat. There are numerous news reports regarding top US experts who have recently advised the US government, that their studies indicate the U.S. is not prepared to handle a serious national pandemic! In fact, Starting back in 2010 and 2011, many state's level of preparedness may have actually fallen due to budget cuts.
Odds of a Disaster Occurring Near You
The overall possibility of a disaster happening to you within the next 10 years is certainly a possibility and worth preparing you for. Even if you can only afford to spend say 1% of your income for some supplies, it would be a tremendous start on your part. Plus you'll enjoy the peace-of-mind that comes along with knowing you are prepared.
Based upon our many years of experience and continuing research, we are of the opinion that there are just too many different possible emergency scenarios for anyone to justly dismiss and ignore them all. Someday, you and your family's welfare could depend upon your level of preparedness. For example, lets say the odds of a natural or man made disaster occurring and affecting you (within the next ten years) is as low as 1-5%; this is enough to cause major concern to many people. We believe the odds are much higher when factoring in all of the potential economic issues. Recent surveys have indicated that the average American believes the odds of a major disaster occurring in the U.S., within the next 10 years to be 30-40%. So the question is, what third percent are you?
The Warning Signs
The average American is said to have a 3-day food supply on hand. Sounds ridiculous. Most Americans are simply misguided into thinking they can always count on having easy access to utilities, food, water, and security. Why? Well apparently, many people assume the government will always be able to provide for the entire country's population in all types of disasters. In spite of the fact that even state and federal government agencies don't agree and have repeatedly warned all Americans to have at least a minimum of 3-14 days worth of food and water supplies. Such guidelines really represent short term survival scenarios. In addition, there are the many longer-term scenarios for you to consider as well. Preparing for a week or two is better than nothing. However, we strongly urge everyone to consider preparing for more extended periods of time.
In addition, recent economic concerns tied to the troubled US dollar and Euro has more people concerned. The future possibility of hyper-inflation hitting the U.S. is a common cause for concern to many. If hyper-inflation were to occur, its often predicted that food and other vital supplies could become very expensive and in short supply. If nothing else, you must admit that an economic depression is certainly a possibility. In such circumstances, those individuals who have stocked surplus food supplies will fare the best in troubled times.
Ultimately, whatever action you decide to take, is up to you! This site is provided to inform people and give everyone the opportunity to start their own emergency preparedness action plan. We encourage you to do so.
*See additional pages offering planning tips and sample supply lists.
