In a world plagued with pandemics, wars, and climate disasters, it’s more important than ever to be aware of these expert survival tips, we’ve even thrown in some essential kits that you should carry with you at all times.
The Urgent Need to Be Prepared
As the world grapples with multiple crises, the demand for incident and emergency management solutions skyrockets, urging everyone to be prepared for the unexpected.
12-Step Emergency Preparedness Plan
Discover the essential steps recommended by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to ensure you and your family are ready for any emergency – from drills to assembling crucial supplies.
Lack of Emergency Preparedness
Shocking statistics from the CDC reveal that almost half of Americans lack a proper emergency plan, leaving them vulnerable in times of crisis.
Three Specialists Shed Light on Survival Preparations
In this article, you’ll learn from three seasoned survival experts about crafting the perfect emergency kit and embracing self-sustainability.
Prioritize Self-Sustainability
A combat veteran Mykel Hawke stressed the importance of emergency kits, emphasizing the need to carry essential supplies everywhere, ensuring personal safety wherever you may go, “It is important to everyone, all the time, to live,” he urged.
Tailoring for Every Situation
An experienced wilderness survivor Laura Zerra advocated for three specialized emergency kits, catering to different scenarios, be it wilderness, medical needs, or on-the-road safety, “My car always a few key items on hand, and a first aid kit is always a part of all these kits.”
Knowledge Beats Gear
Matt Tate, owner of American Survival Pro, argued that training and knowledge were the key to effective survival, “Take some classes, learn some new skills and start adopting a mindset of self reliance and self rescue now, before you need them,” he said.
Be Your Own First Responder
In emergencies, being prepared medically can be a lifesaver. These are the crucial items that should find a place in your medical kit for effective first response.
Essential Items for Your Starter Survival Kit
In your starter survival kit you should make sure you have first aid supplies, fishing lures, a lamp and wound care supplies.
Bolstering Your Kit Whatever the Weather
For the more advanced wilderness travelers, think about adding some packeted emergency food and water rations, along with basic tools, firestarters and a weather radio.
Family Evacuation Kit Must-Haves
You can purchase some family evacuation kits that last a family of 6 for up to 72 hours! Such as the Judy Protector Family Evacuation Kit that contains a clever, compact array of essential supplies.
Invest in a Discreet Medical Kit
Consider purchasing a medical kit that contains a canteen filled with emergency supplies, acting as a water bottle and first-aid box.
Roadside Kit Ideas
The third essential kit is for your roadside breakdowns. These include booster cables, an LED flashlight, batteries and a hazard triangle to be discreetly placed in your vehicle.
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