When you consider what supplies you would need for three days after a natural disaster, first consider what emergencies are most likely to occur in your area. Prepare accordingly.

A supply kit sounds like something you could carry, but it isn't. When you consider a three-day supply of water and food per person (and pet), plus clothes, shoes, a sleeping bag or blanket for each one, plastic sheeting and duct tape, it's hardly moveable. You need space and a convenient location.

If the emergency could be a flood, the attic or second floor might be a good storage area. If you are more likely to be trapped by a blizzard, tornado, or earthquake, a part of the garage or basement would be better.

That's especially true since the government recommends including garbage bags and closers, toilet paper, hand tools, a bottle of bleach, moist towelettes, a first aid kit, disposable plates, cups and dinnerware, and a fire extinguisher.

Create an ID Kit of insurance policies, identification, and bank account records in a separate waterproof container. Some emergency items don't take as much room. They include:

Getting ready for an emergency or disaster sounds like a lot of work. But if one occurs, you'll be glad you put your time and money into the project.

If trapped on the road during a tornado, never leave your car to shelter under a bridge. There are no handholds and the wind action under a bridge can brutally injure and maim.

By the way, if a forest fire heads your way, all you'll need is a little cash, the ID container, your medicine and some gas in your car. Get going.

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