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Assembling Or Purchasing A 3 Day Survival Kit

By Stacey Burt


The future may bring any number of emergencies into your life and it is always best to be highly proactive and very prepared to face whatever comes your way. During an emergency, a 3 day survival kit will get you off on the right foot to maintain your entire family. It is this time period that is the most important and critical as help may take that long or longer to arrive.

An emergency could consist of an enemy attack, a nuclear or other bomb, or severe weather fluctuations such as a tornado, hurricane or tsunami. Whatever the case, the essential supplies and all of your necessary equipment on hand when these life-threatening event occur can be what saves the lives of yourself and your family.

You must have several important items at your disposal during this crucial time. It can be days or even weeks before help arrives and even then resources may be spread very thin. If you have your own supplies ready to go, you will not have to depend on others to stay alive and healthy. These necessary items include water, food, first aid supplies, communication devices, warmth, shelter and meal preparation equipment.

Foods can be those prepared by reputable companies who may specific bundles of essentials for these types of events. For this short time period, regular canned and dry goods will also suffice. Items such as canned and dried meats, energy and power bars, powdered drinks and milk, and canned and dried fruits and vegetables can be included as part of your store. Prep your water supplies by keeping filled plastic containers in your freezer or a storage area at all times. Prepper companies will have plastic bags filled with this life-saving liquid that are easy to access and consume when needed.

A quality first-aid kit is essential. It should include band aids, aspirin and other pain relievers, antacids, antibiotics, scissors, tape, gauze, a thermometer and a cold pack. A good first aid guide and any medications taken by your family members should also be included. Communication devices are also necessary. Consider a two-way radio, a regular battery or solar radio, and cell phones with battery chargers. Extra batteries will also be needed.

There are many other essentials that will be required and some will depend on your family makeup. Infants will need formula and diapers. Pets will require their own special meals. Important documents should also be ready to pick up and take along. These would include birth certificates and social security cards. A stash of cash should also be ready to go.

Shelter will depend on the type of emergency. If you are able to stay in your own home, this may not be a priority but if your home is destroyed, it will be much more of an issue. You may need to have a tent on hand that will house your entire family. If this is not feasible, stock up on several large tarps, stakes and rope. Sleeping bags are the best choice but a variety of large, warm blankets will also do. Prepper companies also offer blankets made of Mylar which will assist in keeping the heat in.

Being ready and prepared for any emergency will help safeguard you and your loved ones. Begin all of your preparations immediately and your chances of surviving will increase greatly. There is no such thing as being too ready for a catastrophe.




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