Preparedness
Hurricane Preparedness
"Preparation through education is less costly than learning through tragedy." -Max Mayfield, Former Director of National Hurricane Center . "History teaches that a lack of hurricane preparedness and awareness are common threads among all major hurricane disasters. By knowing your...
Food Storage Recipe: Peanut Butter Oatmeal Pudding
After an emergency, it will be helpful if you can maintain some sense of normalcy in your life. Our recipe for Disaster Pudding is an easy dessert made from all food storage ingredients that can help satisfy any sweet tooth. Because it doesn’t require any cooking, it’s a perfect way to have...
A Milk Mustache, No Matter the Moment
Storing Instant Non-fat Dried Milk will allow you to not only enjoy one of your favorite beverages, but will allow to you make a multitude of other delicious foods. This flavorful staple is a must-have at our home. With three young children, and most particularly a picky four-year-old as the...
Wheat, the Remarkable Grain
Did you know that cereal grains are grown in greater quantities and provide more food energy worldwide than any other type of crop? They are one of the foundation foods that humans consume. In the United States, wheat is one of the most common grains that people begin to store. Some good questions...
Festive Vegetable Rice Recipe
When you’re looking for an easy and healthy side dish to add to your dinner, look no further than your food storage . In less than thirty minutes from start to finish, you can make Festive Vegetable Rice that will compliment almost any main dish. While you could use fresh vegetables in this...
Don't Forget, Check Your Emergency Kit
Bruce Barton, a well-known writer, once said, “When I think of what tremendous consequences come from little things, I am tempted to think, there are no little things." Many people have taken the time to purchase emergency supplies for themselves and their families. Once these supplies have been...
MREs (Meals Ready-to-Eat): Convenient, Flavorful and Versatile
Originally designed for the U.S. government, these compact pouches contain delicious ready to eat foods. MREs have been used since the 1970's in the U.S. Space Program, Military, Forest Service and FEMA. In more recent years, many foreign governments have started using these versatile foods. A...
Preparing for an Earthquake
Earthquakes can be very dangerous and can occur at any time of the year. Identifying potential hazards ahead of time and advance planning can reduce the chances of death, serious injury, or property damage. When preparing for an earthquake, plan on having enough food , water , clothing, medical...
Homemade Food Storage Pizza
There are many great things you can do with food storage , and as surprising as it may seem, making great homemade pizza is one of them. Not only can you make an amazing pizza crust out of almost only food storage ingredients, there are also many great pizza toppings that you can add from your...
Food Storage Shelf Life
A quick look at how long different foods last. The question is regularly asked, "What is the shelf life of my food storage?" 1. It is important to first identify what is meant by "food storage" and "shelf life." "Shelf life" can be defined in the following two ways:...
How Long After Opening?
How long does dehydrated or freeze-dried food last after opening? There are a few factors that determine how long food will last after it is opened. They include the following: * The quality of the food at the time it is opened * The degree to which food is...
Prioritizing Your Preparedness
As with any worthy goal or destination, we often need to be reminded to put first things first. If you prioritize your preparedness, you will be able to cover the most important items first, and then move on to a more rounded supply. Here is a list of the priorities for preparedness. Water...
Dealing with Emotions During Disaster
When disaster strikes, more than just your physical needs should be considered. Sometimes you must also prepare to save your sanity! Disasters take an emotional toll on everyone. From victims to volunteers, people need to find a way to deal with anxiety and stress. This is such an important...
Rebuilding Your Life After Natural Disaster
Oftentimes after a natural disaster or emergency, you find yourself starting from square one. Here's some advice on rebuilding your life. Having documents such as social security cards, birth certificates, drivers license, and even passports available in several different areas is important should...
Survival Swap Meet
Find out what skills and supplies your neighbors have to offer in an emergency, and plan your own neighborhood Survival Swap Meet! During an emergency like a power outage, flood, earthquake, or even winter storm, you may find yourself working with and helping your neighbors. Planning ahead and...
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