These DIY solutions will not only give you peace of mind, but they could also save your life and the lives of those around you if and when a disaster unexpectedly strikes. The ideas can be used in pretty much any type of disaster situation so you won't need to stockpile different items for different events. Just thinking about the aftermath of a calamity can be frightening and overwhelming, but prepping for it doesn't have to be.
Extended Power Loss
Prepare a survival kit:
- Water –one gallon per day for each person and each pet
- A first-aid kit
- Ready to eat food items or things that require minimal water to prepare plus cooking supplies
- Flashlight, candles, and batteries
- Medications
- Personal hygiene items
- Appropriate clothing
- Board games or other such items that can keep you busy
Purchase glow sticks: These are safer than candles.
Keep emergency contacts reachable: Jot down all numbers and details of important people in a diary.
Natural Disasters
- Emergency kit: Along with the items in the survival kit, you need to include a few more things:
- All important documents and food supplies for an extended period
- A whistle and basic tool kit
- Medicines and supplies for pets
- Local maps
- Cash
- A self-powered radio
- Plastic garbage bags
Car safety kit: Keep a similar emergency kit in your car.
Alternative Resources for Heating, Food, and Water
Camping stove or a gas grill: Remember to stock up on extra propane canisters (or whichever fuel you need). You can also build a rocket stove or a fire pit.
Be smart with your food choices: Stock up on canned and ready-to-eat foods that will last for a considerable time.
Look for drinking water resources: Melt snow and purify it by boiling or using a water purifier. Rainwater, drained liquids from canned foods, and your home’s hot water heater are some other emergency water sources.
Get a good generator: Investing in a small emergency generator is a good idea for when you need home heating during an emergency.
Let us know if you've been able to use any of these DIY survival ideas!
Article Source: DIY Projects
