Secret #29: Be Prepared for Earthquakes

Prep your home: Battery-powered flashlights, battery-powered t.v. or radio, spare batteries, cash, prescription medicines, eye-glasses or contact lenses, first-aid kit, fire extinguisher, list of names & phone numbers, cell phone, can opener, pocket knife, matches in waterproof container, trash bags, moist towelettes, tent/sleeping bags, blankets & bedding, pet food?leashes, disposable cups, plates and utensils, toothbrushes, toothpaste, toilet paper, antibacterial soap, fresh drinking water (3-5 gallons per person per day), dry or dehydrated foods, sunscreen, sturdy shoes, extra socks, extra change of clothes, long pants, long sleeves, heavy work gloves, and rain gear.

For your car: Nylon carrying bag or backpack, bottled water, non-perishable food, can opener, pocket knife, flashlight, transistor radio, batteries, first aid kit, medication, heavy work gloves, matches, lighter, small tool kit, change of clothes, jacket, plastic bags, moist towelettes, walking shoes, extra socks, cash, and a sleeping bag or blanket.

by Mandy Ellen

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