- 5 gallon bucket with carry handle
- Seat with lid (can be purchased at Emergency Essentials or Ace Hardware)
- Lots of heavy duty plastic bags to line bucket
- 7-8 rolls of toilet paper (remove the cardboard center and wrap individually in plastic wrap or in a ziplock bag
- Hand wipes
- 1 liter bottle of cat litter (kitty litter absords the droppings and keeps the smell down)
- 1 roll of paper towels
- A pack of enzyme 300 deodorizer (optional)
- Bottle of spray disinfectant (optional)
All of these things should fit in the bucket so it is convenient to carry. Additional things can be added as needs and room allows (additional sanitation options, sanitary supplies for women, etc.)
*Emergency Essentials also offers a "starter kit" which includes the bucket, seat and 2 enzyme packs.
Tuesday, February 23, 2010
Tuesday, February 16, 2010
While the skies are clear
"Plan to build up your food supply just as you would a savings account ... we urge you to do this prayerfully and DO IT NOW."
-- Ezra Taft Benson (General Conference, October 1980) (emphasis added)
"Prepare ye, prepare ye for that which is to come, for the Lord is nigh."
-- D&C 1:12
Sometimes I sit and ponder ... we have been warned for how long? There are how many scriptures that tell of Christ's coming? What if President Monson said that the Savior was coming on ______, 2010? What would you change? Would your summer plans change? Would you panic or get to work? I would like to think that we would get to work. The time has COME to get to WORK.
"The kingdom of heaven and the kingdom of God on the earth will be combined together at Christ's coming - and that time is not far distant. How I wish we could get the vision of this work, the genius of it, and realize the nearness of that great event. I am sure it would have a sobering effect upon us if we realized what is before us."
-- Gordon B. Hinckley (General Conference, October 1992)
Soon the bride groom will be here, will we be ready?
"I am suggesting that the time HAS COME to get our houses in order."
-- Gordon B. Hinckley (General Conference, October 1998)(emphasis added)
*Quotes compiled by ldsavow.com
-- Ezra Taft Benson (General Conference, October 1980) (emphasis added)
"Prepare ye, prepare ye for that which is to come, for the Lord is nigh."
-- D&C 1:12
Sometimes I sit and ponder ... we have been warned for how long? There are how many scriptures that tell of Christ's coming? What if President Monson said that the Savior was coming on ______, 2010? What would you change? Would your summer plans change? Would you panic or get to work? I would like to think that we would get to work. The time has COME to get to WORK.
"The kingdom of heaven and the kingdom of God on the earth will be combined together at Christ's coming - and that time is not far distant. How I wish we could get the vision of this work, the genius of it, and realize the nearness of that great event. I am sure it would have a sobering effect upon us if we realized what is before us."
-- Gordon B. Hinckley (General Conference, October 1992)
Soon the bride groom will be here, will we be ready?
"I am suggesting that the time HAS COME to get our houses in order."
-- Gordon B. Hinckley (General Conference, October 1998)(emphasis added)
*Quotes compiled by ldsavow.com
Friday, February 12, 2010
Upcoming...
Westpoint City and Clearfield City have CERT classes beginning March 2nd.
Westpoints cost is $25.00, register at the city building. This is a 5 session class, Tuesday, Thursday, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.
Clearfields cost is $47.00, register at the city building by February 19th. This class is 6-7 classes and is held each Tuesday evening at 6:30.
In comparing what I know of the two (my parents attended Wespoint's and I attended Clearfield's), the same information is covered at both. I believe there was more hands on training with Clearfield and we received more supplies, etc. for our backpacks, but I think both classes are great. At both classes you will receive a backpack, vest and hardhat.
Truly I don't think it matters which one you go to - just GO.
Westpoints cost is $25.00, register at the city building. This is a 5 session class, Tuesday, Thursday, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.
Clearfields cost is $47.00, register at the city building by February 19th. This class is 6-7 classes and is held each Tuesday evening at 6:30.
In comparing what I know of the two (my parents attended Wespoint's and I attended Clearfield's), the same information is covered at both. I believe there was more hands on training with Clearfield and we received more supplies, etc. for our backpacks, but I think both classes are great. At both classes you will receive a backpack, vest and hardhat.
Truly I don't think it matters which one you go to - just GO.
Tuesday, January 26, 2010
Family Emergency Plan
Do you have one??? If not, let's get started.
First, you need a Emergency Information Sheet. This sheet should have local police (emergency and non-emergency), fire, health dept, red cross, ambulance and local shelter numbers for starters. You also want to list on this sheet each family members - name, date of birth, blood type, allergies and any medications they are taking. This should be your central list, easily accessible for everyone in the house. I would suggest adding family and friends locally to call in case of an emergency as well as an out of state/town contact. Also, think about adding doctors names and numbers to the list.
Second, you need a list in each 72 hour kit with the above information as well as your families rally/meeting place. The "in case we get separated meet _____" place. You should have a local meeting place and an out of town/state meeting place. It may seem silly, but disaster can strike at anytime, day or night. Where are your loved ones right now?? I doubt everyone is right next you or even in the home. We go to work, school, shopping, etc. What if you block is evacuated, what if your drive home is no longer drivable? Where do we go? Who do we contact? If we plan in advance we will feel less panicked and will have greater peace.
Note: The importance of having an out of area contact is if the local lines are tied up/down, you are more likely to be able to reach someone outside of the area to let them know you are okay. Imagine that a large earthquake happens where you live or where someone else in your family lives and of course you can't get a hold of that person - wouldn't it be great to be able to call your (brother, uncle, grandma or whoever the contact is) and have them say that they have heard from them and everyone is alive, etc.
I have also had it suggested to me that keeping copies of important documents (drivers license, birth certificates, etc.) is helpful to have in your kit. As well as a family picture.
Sorry about all the "What ifs..." but if you think about this in your life, with a real application it is more likely to inspire you to action.
(If I can manage the time and can figure out how to post it here, I will make a Family Emergency Plan template and post it here, but don't wait for me to get started.)
First, you need a Emergency Information Sheet. This sheet should have local police (emergency and non-emergency), fire, health dept, red cross, ambulance and local shelter numbers for starters. You also want to list on this sheet each family members - name, date of birth, blood type, allergies and any medications they are taking. This should be your central list, easily accessible for everyone in the house. I would suggest adding family and friends locally to call in case of an emergency as well as an out of state/town contact. Also, think about adding doctors names and numbers to the list.
Second, you need a list in each 72 hour kit with the above information as well as your families rally/meeting place. The "in case we get separated meet _____" place. You should have a local meeting place and an out of town/state meeting place. It may seem silly, but disaster can strike at anytime, day or night. Where are your loved ones right now?? I doubt everyone is right next you or even in the home. We go to work, school, shopping, etc. What if you block is evacuated, what if your drive home is no longer drivable? Where do we go? Who do we contact? If we plan in advance we will feel less panicked and will have greater peace.
"If ye are prepared ye shall not fear..."
Note: The importance of having an out of area contact is if the local lines are tied up/down, you are more likely to be able to reach someone outside of the area to let them know you are okay. Imagine that a large earthquake happens where you live or where someone else in your family lives and of course you can't get a hold of that person - wouldn't it be great to be able to call your (brother, uncle, grandma or whoever the contact is) and have them say that they have heard from them and everyone is alive, etc.
I have also had it suggested to me that keeping copies of important documents (drivers license, birth certificates, etc.) is helpful to have in your kit. As well as a family picture.
Sorry about all the "What ifs..." but if you think about this in your life, with a real application it is more likely to inspire you to action.
(If I can manage the time and can figure out how to post it here, I will make a Family Emergency Plan template and post it here, but don't wait for me to get started.)
Monday, January 18, 2010
Earthquakes in Utah
The Utah Seismic Safety Commission (USSC) put out a booklet in April 2009 to help prepare and teach Utah residents about earthquake safety and the biggest dangers in your area.
Did you know you can download it for free here?
Just a thought, in case all the recent news about the devastation in Haiti has you wondering what you can do to prepare yourself.
Have you noticed that they keep news reports keep saying that they desperately need clean water and food ... you could always start there.
Did you know you can download it for free here?
Just a thought, in case all the recent news about the devastation in Haiti has you wondering what you can do to prepare yourself.
Have you noticed that they keep news reports keep saying that they desperately need clean water and food ... you could always start there.
Wednesday, January 6, 2010
Deals and Case Lot Sales
Produce:
Broccoli $0.69 lb. Kents
Bananas $ 0.44 lb. Kents
Oranges $0.39 lb. Fresh Market & Reams
Red Peppers $0.99 each Smiths
Green Onions $0.50 each Smith
Bell Peppers/Cucumbers 3 for $1 Reams
10 lb. bag of potatoes $0.99 Reams
Fresh Stuff:
Milk $1.89 Kents ($2 for milk, oj and chocolate milk at Smiths)
Eggs (18 count) $1.89 Smiths
Yoplait Yogurt $0.38 Maceys
Food Storage Items:
Sugar 25 lb. bag $9.68 Maceys
Flour 25 lb. bag $6.88 Reams
Tomato/chicken noodle soup $0.38 Reams
Cream of mushroom/chicken soup $0.44 Reams
Brown sugar/powdered sugar $0.98 Maceys
Peanut butter (18 oz.) $1.00 Smiths
Beans (kidney, black, pinto) $0.48 Maceys
Tomatoes $0.48 Maceys
Hunts Pasta Sauce $0.79 Smiths
Tomato sauce $0.25 Smiths
Applesauce $0.44 Reams
Chili $0.78 Maceys
24-pk of bottled water $2.88 Fresh Market
Toiletties:
Toilet Paper (24 roll) $4.48 Maceys
Broccoli $0.69 lb. Kents
Bananas $ 0.44 lb. Kents
Oranges $0.39 lb. Fresh Market & Reams
Red Peppers $0.99 each Smiths
Green Onions $0.50 each Smith
Bell Peppers/Cucumbers 3 for $1 Reams
10 lb. bag of potatoes $0.99 Reams
Fresh Stuff:
Milk $1.89 Kents ($2 for milk, oj and chocolate milk at Smiths)
Eggs (18 count) $1.89 Smiths
Yoplait Yogurt $0.38 Maceys
Food Storage Items:
Sugar 25 lb. bag $9.68 Maceys
Flour 25 lb. bag $6.88 Reams
Tomato/chicken noodle soup $0.38 Reams
Cream of mushroom/chicken soup $0.44 Reams
Brown sugar/powdered sugar $0.98 Maceys
Peanut butter (18 oz.) $1.00 Smiths
Beans (kidney, black, pinto) $0.48 Maceys
Tomatoes $0.48 Maceys
Hunts Pasta Sauce $0.79 Smiths
Tomato sauce $0.25 Smiths
Applesauce $0.44 Reams
Chili $0.78 Maceys
24-pk of bottled water $2.88 Fresh Market
Toiletties:
Toilet Paper (24 roll) $4.48 Maceys
Friday, December 4, 2009
How to control bleeding
Regardless how severe, all bleeding can be controlled. If left uncontrolled, bleeding may lead to shock or even death. Most bleeding can be stopped before the ambulance arrives at the scene. While you're performing the steps for controlling bleeding, you should also be calling for an ambulance to respond. Bleeding control is only part of the equation.
The first step in controlling a bleeding wound is to plug the hole. Blood needs to clot in order to start the healing process and stop the bleeding. Just like ice won't form on the rapids of a river, blood will not coagulate when it's flowing.
The best way to stop it is to...stop it. Put pressure directly on the wound. If you have some type of gauze, use it. Gauze pads hold the blood on the wound and help the components of the blood to stick together, promoting clotting. If you don't have gauze, terrycloth towels work almost as well.
If the gauze or towel soaks through with blood, add another layer. Never take off the gauze. Peeling blood soaked gauze off a wound removes vital clotting agents and encourages bleeding to resume.
Once bleeding is controlled, take steps to treat the victim for shock.
The first step in controlling a bleeding wound is to plug the hole. Blood needs to clot in order to start the healing process and stop the bleeding. Just like ice won't form on the rapids of a river, blood will not coagulate when it's flowing.
The best way to stop it is to...stop it. Put pressure directly on the wound. If you have some type of gauze, use it. Gauze pads hold the blood on the wound and help the components of the blood to stick together, promoting clotting. If you don't have gauze, terrycloth towels work almost as well.
If the gauze or towel soaks through with blood, add another layer. Never take off the gauze. Peeling blood soaked gauze off a wound removes vital clotting agents and encourages bleeding to resume.
Once bleeding is controlled, take steps to treat the victim for shock.
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