Natural disaster survival kits
What is Bug Out Buckets?
Bug out Buckets are six gallon sealed buckets with all things needed to survive if you needed to evacuate in a hurry because of a hurricane or any natural disaster you could grab your bugout bucket and go in a moments notice.
"FEMA and the Red Cross, along with several other
disaster recovery organizations, are stressing the
importance for every home to have a disaster preparation kit
stocked and ready. Below are the key items each home should
have in their prep kit in order to have what they need if
the power goes out or roadways become blocked.
Every Day Needs
Every disaster preparation kit should include food, water,
and clothing. Non-perishable items like jars of peanut
butter or fruit, granola bars, crackers, and canned goods
should be packed in a box along with a large store of
bottled water. Each family member should also pack an
emergency bag with a few days of extra clothing and keep in
near the other kit materials. This way it can be easily
picked up should a fast evacuation be called for.
Equipment
One of the most important things that you need in your kit
is a LED flashlight, preferably the waterproof LED
flashlights. Though LED flashlights can be a bit pricier
than the typical grocery store flashlights, the technology
of the LED waterproof flashlights make them much more useful
because they are able to last several times longer than a
standard flashlight and require fewer batteries over the
long term. These lights also put out a much brighter light,
making them good for signaling for help. Also pack
replacement batteries for your LED flashlights and keep them
close to the actual flashlights so they are easy to find in
the dark.
A disaster kit should also include a good knife, preferably
a Swiss army or utility knife. These are compact
multi-purpose tools that can help cut ropes or other things
that may hinder evacuation, open canned goods and remove
screws in other equipment.
A battery operated AM / FM radio is important so your family
can hear news regarding the disaster, weather predictions,
and evacuation notices. Keep all of the equipment together
in an easy to carry box or case in an easy to get to place.
Documentation
Important family documents are one of the things most often
forgotten in a disaster preparation kit. You should collect
and keep a zip lock bag with your family's important
documents, like birth certificates, passports, marriage
license, insurance information, etc. sealed inside. Keep the
bag in with your disaster materials or in with an adult's
clothing. These documents are vital if you want to get back
on your feet once the disaster has passed."
~Ben Anton, 2008
