A Beginner’s Guide to Emergency Preparedness: 3 Things to Know

Is this the year you focus on emergency preparedness? Maybe last year, your community went through a natural disaster. You may have evacuated due to wildfires. Or, your family may have had to shelter in place during a tornado. Can you really count on the power grid?

Many factors can inspire you to boost your independence. As you start gathering gear and learning best practices, here are three things to keep in mind.

Every Plan is a Work in Progress

You might have thought your water storage system was perfect. Then, you realized that using water bricks instead of jugs can save space. Or maybe your family found a perfect evacuation route. Then, your city began a construction project on a critical road.