Ahhhhhhhhhhh! It is ALMOST summer! The kids are will be out of school! Let the travel begin! The truth is that we NEVER think anything is going to happen to us while we are on vacation…. At least it certainly isn’t supposed to! I am reminded of the earthquake a few years ago in Hawaii…. some friends were at a 5 star resort. THEY … [Read more...]
Fireworks Safety Tips!
BE SAFE THIS FOURTH OF JULY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! The number of Americans planning to use backyard fireworks this Fourth of July is expected to hit an all-time high. In preparation for holiday celebrations, The National Council on Fireworks Safety (NCFS) encourages consumers to review all safety tips before purchasing and using … [Read more...]
Top Preparedness Tips for Any Emergency
“It is ultimately our own responsibility to be prepared. No one is going to do it for us”. Here is a list of several safety tips (not in any particular order) for you and your family. Read them over and see how many you can implement in your life! The most important thing to remember in the even of an earthquake or other emergency situation … [Read more...]
5 Tips on Making Your Own Emergency Kit
Putting together an emergency kit is on all of our “To Do Lists”! Here are some helpful tips to get you pointed in the right direction! Food and water – make sure that the shelf life of the food and water is 5 years. Have enough food and water for EACH person in your family for at least 3 days. Water comes in 8 oz boxes or pouches and the … [Read more...]
Making A Family Emergency Plan
When making a plan, it is important to include your entire family, including any caregivers for your children. Make sure that you plan on sharing responsibilities and work together as a team. This is especially important for kids because it empowers them rather than scares them. A plan is so important because if there is a situation where you do … [Read more...]