You never know when a disaster will strike or how bad it will be, as evidenced by the plethora of natural disasters that occur around the world throughout the year. Even if scientists are able to tell when one is approaching, you can never truly grasp the scope of the situation until it actually happens to you. I’d you aren’t prepared, that can spell danger for you.
One of the best ways to prepare for an emergency, whether you’re in an area for tornadoes, hurricanes, or something in between, is to have an emergency kit. Having an emergency kit ensures that you get all of your basic supplies ready to go in case you need to pack up the car in a hurry and get the heck out of Dodge.
If you’re wondering what you should put into your emergency kit, here are a few suggestions:
1. Flashlight and Batteries
You can never go wrong with having flashlights and batteries in your kit. Power outages happen all the time, and in an emergency situation, the light on your cell phone isn't going to last you forever. Having a flashlight with plenty of batteries will save you a lot of heartache and ensure that you won't have to stay in the dark until the power comes back on.
2. Local Maps - Yes, Paper Ones
With the growth of new map technology, hardly anyone has or uses paper maps anymore, because cell phones come equipped with direction apps like Google Maps or Waze. In an emergency situation, though, you should never rely on your phones always working. Your phone's battery may die unexpectedly, cell phone service may be down - there are a plethora of reasons why your phone may not work. However, if you have paper maps of the local area, you can ensure that you always know where you are or how to follow the roads out should your phone not work for any reason.
3. First Aid Kit
In an emergency, you may not be able to go to the doctor immediately if some kind of injury occurs or you get sick. This is why having a first aid kit, complete with basic first aid and medicines, is vital for your emergency kit. Be prepared for both large and small wounds with bandages and antiseptic, and some basic medicines like anti-emetics and cold medicines never hurt either. By having this basic first aid kit, you'll be prepared for whatever comes your way.
Preparing for an Emergency at our St. Joe Apartments
Here at AE Lofts, we never anticipate that we're going to have a disaster at our St. Joe apartments, but things happen every day that we have never seen before or are unexpected. This is why we want to ensure that all of our residents are prepared and ready to go just in case something major happens. If you're interested in making your home here with us at AE Lofts, contact us today for more information!
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