Are you prepared for a natural or catastrophic disaster?

As a Handyman and Electrician, I spend many hours in my truck listening to KQED radio, a non-profit public broadcasting station. I am lucky to have such fact based, quality radio. My favorite shows are Car Talk, Fresh Air and TED talk.

Just last week, I signed up again as a sustaining member. For my membership gift, I chose the Earthquake Emergency supply kit for two. The kit has all the supplies we need to survive a catastrophic event, for one week — so timely….a reminder to insure my preparedness, as others were experiencing some of the most horrific disasters.

My heart goes out to all those affected by Harvey, Irma and the other destructive disasters. I pray for their greatest good. I honor the first-responders that run into these tragic events as others are running out. I am in awe of their heroic actions. These heroes showed me that I, too, must take steps to be prepared for such an event.

I was deeply touched and impressed with how well Florida was prepared for their latest disaster, Hurricane Irma. Not only were the cities prepared with evacuation notices, routes and shelters (having prepared for many years for such an emergency) but the Floridians themselves did much to insure their own safety or to take heed and evacuate their homes. This, too, was truly heroic.

I am taking a page from their disaster book and gathering my resources. I know I must do my part to insure my own safety and welfare, for myself and my family.

With this in mind, we wish to offer you our special report on earthquake preparedness.

“In a Quake, How Will You Shake ~ 

When the Big ONE Hits, Will You Thrive Or Merely Survive?” 

 

The preparation recommended may be used in any disaster and can be downloaded on the right side of this page.  

How well are you prepared for a catastrophic or natural disaster? Maybe The Fix-It Professionals could be of help.