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Survival Mom: How to prepare for a really unexpected emergency
Tuesday, September 17, 2013 11:45
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Many of us preparedness types believe that an emergency and/or crises can happen at any instant. Recent events bear this out, and Lisa Bedford, the Survival Mom explains some ways to get ready for an out-of-the-blue emergency event.
by Lisa Bedford
The reports and photos coming out of Colorado last week brought home the reality of a crisis, a sudden emergency that happens so quickly that there’s no warning and no time to prepare. Likewise, the deadly shootings that occurred just this week at the Navy Yard in Washington D.C.
Earthquakes can cause abrupt, widespread devastation. You may have to evacuate, and the only tools available will be those with you.
Usually when we think of preparedness and survival, we have the luxury of time. Time to read books, forums, and articles. Time to research the “best” survival knife, the “best” freeze dried food, and so on.
But when time’s up and the crisis is happening right NOW, what do you do?
First, in such a scenario, everything that you have done to prepare up to that point is all that’s going to get done, at least for that particular scenario. If floodwaters are seeping into your home and all escape routes are closed, you are left with whatever measures you’ve put into place, such as: emergency foods, communication alternatives (ham radio, shortwave/emergency radio), stored water and water purification supplies, first aid kits, etc.
Every plan, tool and supply should be in place already, whether it’s a wall of water headed your way, an active shooter, an earthquake, or an out-of-control wildfire.
- Supplies/tools should be packed in easily identifiable containers and stored in convenient locations.
- Every strategy and plan should be rehearsed so your reaction is swift and automatic. This is absolutely vital when preparing for a sudden emergency.
- Simplicity reigns supreme. If any prep becomes too complicated, set it aside. It might come in handy for a different scenario, but if you’re planning for the SUDDEN crisis, go for the simplest route, the simplest plan, the easiest foods to carry and prepare, and so on.
- DO carry small items on your person at all times for scenarios in which you cannot even grab the emergency bag stashed by the back door. This Everyday Carry (EDC) kit should include a small light source (tiny LED keychain flashlight is great), a small multi-tool and/or Swiss army knife, tightly folded bandana (try sealing it in a Food Saver bag and then trimming the edges), a sturdy whistle, and a flint and steel fire striker.
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Your goal is to have a procedure in place that is as brainless as possible. You do not want to be making last-minute decisions about which firearm to pack or which relatives you’ll be staying with. In fact, the time spent in making decisions could endanger your family.
Simple and brainless, pre-planned and prepared. Those are the keys to preparing for that sudden emergency you didn’t see coming.
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Lisa Bedford, The Survival Mom
Lisa Bedford is the author of the wildly-successful website TheSurvivalMom.com, hosts The Survival Mom Radio Network, and is the author of the best-selling preparedness book Survival Mom: How to Prepare Your Family for Everyday Disasters and Worst Case Scenarios.
She is also one of the nicest, friendliest people you will ever meet. She’s the type you want to hang out with. Check out Lisa’s website here.
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