What to Pack in Your Emergency Survival Kit

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In Vegas, the weather is always crazy- it can be 110 degrees one day and in the low 70’s the next. This crazy weather is especially apparent in July-August, during what is considered “monsoon season” here. Our valley is particularly susceptible to rain-you can wake up to a clear sky in the morning & have flash flood warnings blaring over the radio by lunch. Just the other day, we had a flash flood that still hasn’t dried up in some areas- 3 days later.

Luckily, flooding is about the worst natural disaster that we experience here {other than wildfires in the mountains, but those tend to stick to the mountains and don’t threaten the actual city}, but in other parts of the country, people are preparing for the worst. After all, it’s right in the middle of hurricane season in Florida, and wildfires threaten residents in California & elsewhere. Are you prepared for disaster?

You may think it will never happen to you, but natural disasters can affect anyone. It’s important for your safety {and peace of mind, if you’re like me} to prepare for the worst with an emergency survival kit. But what do you put in disaster survival kits? Check out a list below for ideas for general emergencies, but be sure to look into additional items if your area is more prone to a certain type of disaster {for example, you can look into flood or earthquake survival kits as well}.

1. A Backpack. In case you need to evacuate, you’ll want your kit items to be easy to carry with you & keep on your person. Each member of your family should have their own backpack so that you can keep the maximum amount of supplies with you at all times.

2. Food & Water. High calorie food bars are the best since you’ll be short on space in your backpack & will want to bring enough for a couple of days just in case. Make sure you include water as well- bonus points for a water purification system.

3. A Flashlight. Make sure to bring batteries too- but don’t store them in the flashlight and be sure to replace them regularly because batteries can leak if they get too old or damaged.

4. Communication. Walkie talkies are a great addition to any emergency kit since cell phone towers can go down in emergencies and you probably won’t have the ability to charge your phone anyway. You can also bring an emergency whistle for backup in case your radios aren’t working & you need to be located.

5. Warmth. Make sure to include a blanket & a camper’s stove so that you can stay warm. A portable tent would be a wise addition to protect against the elements if you’re stuck outside as well. And of course, bring some matches and a lighter for good measure.

While I hope that none of you ever need an emergency kit, if you live in an area that is at high risk of natural disasters, I hope you’ll consider preparing yourself!

What would you add to your emergency kit that I left out?

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