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How To Put Together A Survival Bag

In case of an emergency, be prepared. The following article will help you put together a survival bag for such a time.

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Packed Emergency Survival Bags

In the event of an emergency you must be prepared to move quickly with very little notice.

Every person in the household will need a survival bag. The survival bag is filled with necessary items that you can take with you in the event of a emergency. These items are to keep your family self sufficient if and when all services are cut off. If a quick evacuation is necessary, your emergency needs to be packed and ready to go. Each bag should contain some clothing, underwear, socks, jacket, an lightweight blanket and any personal items. When it’s time to evacuate each person grabs his Bag or/and backpack and gets out.

Wheeled luggage make an excellent emergency bag. Add a backpack that will hold all personal health items for the family such as toilet paper, prescriptions, toothbrushes, toothpaste. matches, flashlight, etc. You should be prepared for 72 hours away from your home.

In a larger container, you will need some some food and one gallon of water per person. Any copies of personal documents such as photo I.D., emergency phone numbers, social security numbers, insurance cards should be sealed in zip-type plastic bags. Add a battery powered radio, paper and pencil, first aid kit, garbage bags, and candles/matches to this box. This larger family box should fit into the trunk of the car. Grab your wallets, purses (with at least $50 in cash and coins for phone calls), and keys and get going.

Be ready, keep your vehicle's gas tank at least half-full at all times.

Any food should be of the basic non-perishable food types such as dried fruit, granola bars, canned tuna, canned pork, beans, and dried milk. Bottled water and juice is good. Take along paper towel, disposable cups, spoons and plates

This may sound like a lot and a little overwhelming to put together, but anything you can round up now is better than having nothing later. Take it one step at a time and get every member of the family involved.

As in any emergency, use common sense and try to remain calm.

Rotate stored ready to go food items and water at least every three months (distilled water stores longer). Teach even the youngest children which Bag/Backpack is theirs, why it is necessary and what to do when the time comes.

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