by Billie Nicholson | Feb 15, 2017 | Emergency Preparations, Preparedness, Vehicle Safety Kit, winter storms
Blizzard Driving Tips If you must travel, consider public transportation. If they’re not moving, forget going out. It is best to travel during the day with a companion, not alone, and to tell someone where you are going, your anticipated travel route and the...
by Billie Nicholson | Feb 15, 2017 | Emergency Preparations, Hypothermia, Preparedness, Severe Weather, winter storms
Ready.gov Winter storms can include high winds, freezing rain, sleet or hail, and extreme cold as well as the beautiful snow. Whether you get caught on the road or at home, they can be deadly. The leading cause of death during winter storms is automobile accidents and...
by Billie Nicholson | Jan 20, 2017 | Emergency Preparations, Evacuation, Family preparedness, Flood Recovery, hurricane, Preparedness
Hurricanes occur in North America between June and November, not this month. But, now is the time to begin putting together an emergency plan. In 2010, 123.3 million people or 39 % of the nation’s population live within 50 miles of hurricane prone coastal areas.[1]...
by Billie Nicholson | Jan 20, 2017 | Disaster Recovery, Emergency Preparations, Preparedness
Recovering from a disaster is a gradual process. Safety is a priority as well as mental and physical well-being. Your first concern is your family’s health and safety. If family members are injured, do not attempt to move them unless they are in immediate danger of...
by Billie Nicholson | Jan 20, 2017 | pandemic, Preparedness
Enhancing Your Immune System The immune system is one of the most complex systems in the human body. It is used to defend the body against foreign invaders, like bacteria, viruses, parasites and fungi. If the system fails to block the invaders, then it’s their job to...
by Billie Nicholson | Jan 20, 2017 | pain-relievers, Preparedness, vitamins
Preparing for a long-term disaster is part of critical thinking. Should such an event occur, it will be important to stay as healthy as possible. There is a good possibility that many will not be eating a balanced diet and will consequently suffer from vitamin and...