In San Andreas, The Day After Tomorrow, The Impossible Twister Will Bring Armageddon

Disasters happen.  It is a part of life here on Earth.  If you believe Hollywood, we are generally all going to be in for a devastating end, unless we happen to be the unlikely hero who saves as many as we can before things really hit the fan, all in the span of about 2 hours.  Maybe what’s coming may not be as bad or as widespread as Hollywood portrays it to be, but to be honest, disasters happen.  The Impossible was based on the true story of a Tsunami hitting Southeast Asia after all. 

    So what can we do about them?  Hide our heads in the sand or be prepared.  Whether it is an unimaginable blizzard hitting the east coast, a hurricane hitting the Gulf of Mexico, a twister hitting tornado alley, the 10.0 earthquake hitting my neck of the woods in California, the flooding of your neighborhood, or just a fire in your own home, there are some universal things we can do to be prepared for the worst that mother nature can throw at us. 

No matter what the disaster, natural or otherwise, there are some universal tasks that you can do to keep you and your family safe when it occurs.  The best thing you can do is be prepared and have a plan.  Planning alleviates questions and gives you the tools you will need to solve any problems that may come up.  If people know what to do in an emergency, they are less likely to panic and this can help save lives.  Part of the plan should include designated evacuation routes and reunion spots so that you can make sure your family gets out of your home safe.  Your plan should also include backups to both as well.  To make sure everyone knows what they are supposed to do, you need to practice.  When you are not in the midst of a disaster is when you should prepare an emergency supply kit.  This kit should include things like food, water, medication, flashlights, radio, batteries, and a basic first aid kit.  Other items to consider would be pet supplies, toilet paper, soap, toothbrushes and toothpaste, as well as pillows and blankets.  Putting a kit together is half the battle, but please do remember that things can expire.  Check your kit often and replenish or replace items as needed.  This is also a great time to become familiar with basic first aid, in addition to CPR.  Look, things can happen, but if you are prepared and have a plan, it may not be as big of a disaster to you and your family.