Hurricane season… One of the worst seasons in the world! Hurricane season begins on July 1st and end November 30th. For this last few years the tropics have been relatively calm, but over the past two weeks they have kicked up. As a Florida resident, I keep supplies on hand because if I “stay ready I never have to get ready”, meaning if my supplies are on hand, I will not be rushing around last minute searching for items. For new residents in hurricane prone ares, it can be difficult to determine exactly what is needed in a severe weather situation. I'm going to list a few critical items that I feel should be in any emergency kit. First Aid Kit- Hurricanes are forces of nature to be reckoned with. It is best to keep a kit on hand to treat any minor wounds that could occur from flying debris. Water – This cannot be stressed enough. PLEASE keep water to last for several days while in the mist of and following a storm. If the storm is large enough, facilities could go down and you would be left on your own for a couple days. The rule is 1 gallon of water per person per day… but some is always better than none. Communication – Yes, I know we all have cellphones, but if the power is out for a couple days can we depend on that? In 2015 a lot of people do not have land lines so when the power is out cellphones die and that leaves you detached from the rest of the world, my advice; keep a storm radio. This will allow you to get updates on the storm. If it runs on battery power, extras are a must. Protection – Even in times of bad weather, people like to take advantage of the darkness provided by no electricity. Always be prepared. The scum of mankind does not take an off day just because of the wrath of mother nature. Candles/Light – After a hurricane, expect for power to be out. You're going to want to have plenty of candles and batteries available for flashlights, otherwise be prepared to go to sleep around 8:30pm every night. Food – Typically, we Americans shop for food on a weekly basis. But what happens when you aren’t able to get your weekly items due to a disruption caused by a storm? This is why an emergency food supply is necessary! Remember the food is for survival not to taste good… I would recommend 3-7 days worth at a minimum. Keep in mind when you're looking for food to store, you may not have the necessary power needed to cook it. The above items should be covered at a minimum. Remember, this isn’t for long term survival, but long enough to get you through the aftermath where normal life is inhibited because of lack of power, disruption to supply lines, etc. Supplies for 3-7 days would be recommended because by then, normal life should be beginning to take shape again. Of course, we all remember that bitch Katrina so more is always a good option... God speed! This is a portion of my actual setup. It's a good idea to keep your supplies spread out. You don't want to have a storm claim everything that you have stored.
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AuthorKeep in mind that I am by no means a gun expert. I have had some safety, handling, and shooting training, but nowhere near the amount I feel is needed to claim the "expert" title. With that being said, I am a man that owns a LOT of firearms, knives, and gear! I have been shooting since I could hold a rifle and have even competed in and won a few competitions. The advice and tips that I give are based on personal experience, but are by no means to be taken as law. Please consult a trained, certified professional for all your firearms needs. Enjoy! Archives
May 2016
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