A Survival check-list from Canada
John Havener March 26th, 2009
SURVIVAL PREPARATION (18 pages)
compiled by Merv and Merla Watson
(a “what-to-do” document for emergency & disaster situations!)
THIS INFORMATION MAY SAVE YOUR LIFE!!
PRINT IT AND KEEP IT IN A SAFE PLACE FOR REFERENCE.
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Dear local and international friends,
Because of the urgency of the hour in which we live, and the many admonitions we all have received to prepare for dark times ahead, we have felt urged to do something about it – not only spiritually, but practically. There are those amongst you who know good cheap places to purchase certain necessary items for survival (food, clothing, equipment, safety measures etc.) and you need to share these ideas with others in your family or circle of friends. Perhaps you could even do bulk purchases which you can exchange with others. These ideas should be openly discussed with your loved ones BEFORE you WISH you had paid attention! None of us desires to see the time when we might have to put these preparations into action, but when we think of how Joseph in the Bible reacted to the coming famine with such wisdom, it behooves us to follow suit. It must be pointed out, that there may be a situation arise that would make it impossible to do ANY of these things listed below. At which time we will of necessity throw ourselves upon the mercy of our loving Heavenly Father, Who will provide miracles of supernatural provision and protection! With this in mind, we have prepared the following notes which we pray will be most helpful to you. At the very end of this document, we also comment briefly on spiritual, mental, and emotional preparations. May the Lord Adonai be very near and dear to us during these perilous times, and may we truly be ready to meet the Messiah when He returns!!
Blessings, love, and prayers!
Merv & Merla Watson (Psalm 91)
P.S. IF THERE ARE CHURCH FELLOWSHIPS IN THE LOWER VANCOUVER MAINLAND WHO WOULD LIKE TO SET UP A MEETING FOR US TO PRESENT THIS, WE WOULD BE MOST WILLING TO COME. TEL: (604) 854-5840 or CELL: 778-242-5840. We would also provide a very small bit of music to fit the theme of the event. Love offering basis.
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BEFORE WE BEGIN…
►Some of the items listed below will not pertain to your situation.
►Some articles are for a serious situation, and others not so serious.
►Quantities of items determined as to length of emergency.
►It is advisable to START collecting these items now.
►There might well be other information that will come in, in which case we will also send that along to you.
MEDICAL
►sterile adhesive bandages (in different sizes)
►tongue depressors (for splints) (keep scrolling down…)
►gauze pads
►3-5 rolls of roller bandages
►safety pins (different sizes)
►manicure scissors / regular scissors
►antiseptic
►tweezers
►Q-tips
►thermometer
►face masks
►latex gloves
►pain ointment
►personal medications
►Tylenol / Ibuprofen
►adult & children’s Aspirin
►Vitamin C + Echinacea
►food supplements
►anti-allergy medications
►Pepto-Bismol
►Vaseline
►hot lemon drinks
►cough medicine (with plastic spoons)
►moist towelettes
►toilet paper
►paper towels & Kleenex
►thermometer
►wash cloth (for fever)
►ice packs (if refrigeration)
►Syrup of Ipecac (to induce vomiting if poisoned)
►sanitary napkins
►masks
►sunscreen
►insect repellent (apple cider vinegar for bites & stings)
►baby thermometer
►baby medicine
►natural food energy tablets
►hot water bottle
►eye drops
►knee supports
►ankle brace
►walking cane
►sponges
►iodine (purifies water & kills bacteria)
►arnica cream for bruises & injuries
►traumeel cream for injuries & aches
►oregano oil for infections
►good pro-biotic (needing no refrigeration)
►cayenne pepper (cream of packs to keep warm
►calendula cream for rashes & itches
►mid-wife knowledge (& cord clamp) (keep scrolling down…)
►charcoal
►medical book
CLOTHING for COLD WEATHER
Head: toques / scarves / bellaclava (woolen woolen mask)
Hands: gloves / mitts (1 pair with battery)
Body: warm underwear / cardigan / jacket / umbrella
Legs: (gals) leotards / heavy pants – (guys) long johns / heavy pants
Feet: boots / warm socks
Take energy bars, or Niacine tablets in pocket!! Get woolens and polyesters – not cotton, as it doesn’t dry)
CLOTHING for HOT WEATHER
Head: sport caps / brimmed hats / kerchiefs
Body: “T” shirts / umbrella / underwear etc.
Legs: shorts / cotton pants
Feet: – comfortable & supportive & water resistant walking shoes / sandals / rubber boots
TOILETRIES [guys /gals]
►anti-perspirant deodorant (you can also use just baking soda)
►razor blades & shaving cream
►anti-bacterial liquid soap
►shampoo & conditioner
►toothpaste / toothbrushes
►dental floss
►combs & brushes
►barber scissors
►manicure scissors
►regular & magnifying mirror
TOILETRIES [gals only]
►cream cleanser
►moisturizer
►toner
►absorbent cotton balls
►Kleenex
►talcum powder
►nail file & nail brush
►bobby pins (large & small)
►hair spray
►cosmetics
TOOLS / GENERAL EQUIPMENT
►plunger
►hammer
►wrench (crescent shaped for turning off gas main)
►pliers (large & small)
►screw drivers (different sizes & ends)
►bailing wire (keep scrolling down…)
►chain
►string / twine / rope / light wire
►bungee cord
►saw
►shovel
►short rubber hose
►duct tape
►masking tape
►scissors
►giant stapler
►nails (different types & sizes)
►screws (different types/sizes)
►tacks
►fuel cups (Sterno)
►jack knife
►axe
►gardening gloves
►heavy work gloves
►safety helmet
►garbage bags
►jumbo funnel
►plastic sheeting
►hammock
►needles (different sizes)
►threads (different colours & strengths)
►wood (store in plastic cover)
►bleach
►vinegar
►cell phones/batteries/chargers
►car fuel / car window fluid
►battery operated radio (extra batteries)or hand crank radio
►candles / holders
►matches (dipped in wax & in dry sealed box)
►strong jumbo flashlight
►individual flashlights
►fly swatters
►netting
►ham radio accessibility
►phone numbers of family
►phone numbers of doctors
►emergency phone numbers
►long distance phone numbers
►carbon monoxide detector
►camera & films
►walkie-talkies
►protecting power bar
►fanny packs
►passports / birth certificates
►“J” cloths (keep scrolling down…)
►old rags
►old towels
►regular towels
►tent & ground spikes
►battery clocks
►good waterproof watches
►compass
►money in traveller’s checks
►heaters
►electric fans
►hand held fans
►sunglasses
►regular or reading glasses
►contact lenses (fluids)
►hardware emergency kit
►fire extinguisher (ABC type)
►converter
►wood fireplace
►charcoal
►coal oil lamps & coal oil
►Windex
►tile & toilet cleanser & brush
►whistles for each person
►signal flare
►blankets / sheets / pillows / pillow cases / plastic sheeting
►sleeping bags for each person
►emergency car kit
►animal provisions (litter & box)
►sponge mop
►coffee filters can be used to remove sediment in water
►broom
►baseball bat
►hangers
►scotch tape (& refills)
►magnifying glass
►clothes rack
►laundry machine & hand detergent
►laundry scrub brush
►bucket
►dog leash & long rope
►weigh scales
►iron & ironing pad
►plastic bags (sandwich / grocery / large)
►large trash cans
►zip-lock plastic bags (different sizes)
►powdered chlorinated lime-to add to sewage to disinfect and keep away insects.
►newspapers-to wrap waste, garbage; also for warmth.
►heavy gloves for every person cleaning debris
►ground sheet (keep scrolling down…)
►metal measuring tape
►cloth measuring tape
►garden hose-for siphoning and fire fighting
►guns (must be registered)
►bicycle
►money change
►old fashioned wash basins
►old-fashioned scrubbing board
►clothes line & pegs
►comfortable collapsible chairs & small stool
►step ladder / regular ladder
FOOD (see Internet web sites for survival foods eg. Gleaners – eat from freezer first)
General Notes:
►rotate food for freshness
►try to get only non-perishables
►put perishables in sealed coffee cans
►get some that need no preparation or cooking or water
►food that has long shelf life
►you can get one-meal-in-a package deals
Specifics: (long shelf-life)
►water in large plastic jugs (2 qts. daily per person – 4 qts. daily in hot weather – some for cooking)
►individual water bottles
►canned fruit / veggies / fish / meat / poultry / soups / juices
►canned / evaporated / powdered dairy products
►baby formula / baby food
►diapers
►coffee & filters
►tea
►cocoa
►white & brown sugars
►flour
►salt & pepper
►cheese spreads
►powdered soups (plan for extra water)
►packaged / boxed foods
►crackers
►granola bars
►beef jerkies
►peanut butter
►jelly
►dried fruit
►honey
►cooking oil (esp. coconut oil)
►olive oil
►trail mix
►nuts (keep scrolling down…)
►cookies
►beans (baked, kidney, Lima, chickpeas, lentils)
►sweetened cereal
►oatmeal porridge in packets
►canned puddings
►wooden grain mill and/or pounder
►raisins
►salva (at Famous Foods locally in Vancouver area)
►seeds to sprout
►organic wheat grass (also used to combat body odour as deodorant)
►obtain case lots of food that can be shared / exchanged with others
►learn how to bake bread
►dehydrated foods are better for you than canned
THESE SURVIVAL FOOD COMPANIES BELOW ARE CANADIAN ONLY, AS IT IS DIFFICULT TO DEAL WITH AMERICAN PRODUCE ACROSS THE BORDER. The American contacts come right below the Canadian.
CANADIAN SURVIVAL SOURCES:
www.anitasorganicmill.com Anita’s Organic Grain Mill in Chilliwack – You can buy bulk bags of whole grains like wheat, oats, spelt, kamut and rice. www.y2knorth.com Williams Lake, BC Internet store for various Emergency Preparedness products. ie. Grain mills, oxygen absorbers, buckets, mylar bags, hand or solar powered flashlights and radios, gravity water filters, water barrels, books
www.dri-harvest.com Dri-Harvest Foods, Alberta company Sells dehydrated food in 1-gallon tins sealed for long-term food storage. They offer a 40% discount if you spend over $1000.
www.berryhilllimited.com Berry Hill Limited, Ontario company that sells many off-the-grid items
Ie. Wood stoves, grain mills, oil lamps, etc. www.cottagegardener.com Ontario company offering heirloom seeds. www.biosupply.com Bio Supply – Victoria, BC Grain Mills, fermentation crocks
www.57aromas.com Green Valley Aromatherapy in Courtenay, BC Highest quality therapeutic essential oils. For your natural medicine chest, to help health problems and protect against bio-terrorism. Contact Linda Meadows for recommendations & wholesale prices if placing an order of $100 or more
Email: coconutmeadows@shaw.ca www.rufftimes.com Howard Ruff, author of the book “How to Prosper in the Coming Bad Years in the 21st Century” Investment advice regarding gold and silver, food storage program, online newsletter
Financial / Economic News: http://economicrot.blogspot.com / www.jsmineset.com /www.dollarcollapse.com
AMERICAN FOOD SUPPLIERS FOR OUR AMERICAN FRIENDS
www.nitro-pak.com/Long Storage www.mealkitsupply.com www.theoutdoorstores.com www.survivalacres.com www.purelocal.com/survival-foods www.extremesurvival.net www.bepreparedsupply.com (keep scrolling down…) DIATOMACEOUS EARTH: AN UNDERRATED SURVIVAL TOOL Many people have never even heard of diatomaceous earth, a.k.a. Fossil Shell Flour, while others know it only from using it in swimming pool filters. But if you are storing food for tough times ahead, this handy stuff is worth keeping around. Diatomaceous earth (DE) is growing in popularity among survivalists, but almost entirely for its utility in food storage. Many know that DE will kill just about any type of critter that might end up in your food stores, and it is safe and tasteless when ingested by humans. What most survivalists don’t know, is that DE has numerous other survival applications, from a water filtration to use as an insecticide to an anti-parasitic. If you really want to be prepared for the coming financial disaster, do yourself a favor and check out some of the relatively little-known survival applications for diatomaceous earth. What diatomaceous earth really is: DE is made from fossilized remains of diatoms, a type of hard-shelled algae. There are numerous commercial and industrial uses, but you will also find food grade diatomaceous earth that is safe – and even beneficial – for human digestion. Food storage: Simply sprinkle a bit of earth on each two or three inch layer of grain as you fill your bucket/container. Once the container is full, roll it around on the floor (or shake it if you have a strong back) to spread the earth around. It is excellent for killing tiny hatchlings in your grain and is safe, tasteless, and even beneficial when ingested by humans (as long as you aren’t guzzling it). Don’t bother washing it off before preparing the grain it was used on. In the worst case scenario, it will kill off some of the parasites in your body. Water filtration: Some of you have studied up on expedient filtration systems, and if you have, you will find diatomaceous earth an excellent medium for water filtration. In fact, you will find it used in most swimming pool filters, as it is excellent for straining microscopic particles out of your water. (You’ll have to do your own research into how to make your own filter). It can also be used to filter wine or beer. Just remember that food grade diatomaceous earth can be used to filter water, but the stuff packaged for using in your pool should NOT be used for storing grains. Natural insecticide: Diatomaceous earth kills most insects by absorbing the lipids (fats) from the outside of their exoskeletons, causing them to quickly dehydrate. Just sprinkle a bit around your foundation to keep out the creepy crawlies, or apply it in problem areas (garden, under the sink, your kid’s head, etc.). Its especially useful in dealing with cockroaches, slugs, snails aphids, thrips, earwigs, silverfish, ants, bedbugs, cabbage root flies, carrot root flies, fleas, pillbugs, and ticks. Don’t worry, because “d” earth doesn’t do the same damage to humans, who have much, much more liquid in their bodies to cope with the absorption. Anti-parasitic: Earth can be mixed with food in small amounts to kill worms or even parasites in humans or animals; and can also be added to the coat of dogs or cats (or the head of your child) to kill fleas, ticks, or lice. In fact, some vendors even package it specifically for this purpose, and it has been used throughout modern history by veterinarians in medical grade form to accomplish the same purpose. Some ranchers even add it to livestock feed to help produce healthier, parasite-free livestock. Abrasive: Diatomaceous earth is mildly abrasive, and can be added to homemade toothpastes or soaps to aid in cleansing teeth, dishes, or other surfaces. Liquid absorber: It is also unduly useful as an alternative to cat litter or to clean up spills – and is even recommended by the Center for Disease Control to clean up toxic liquids. There are however a couple of considerations you should keep in mind when working with diatomaceous earth. Because it absorbs liquids, it can be mildly irritating if you end up breathing in a lot of its dust. Use a mask if you plan on being messy. Also, diatomaceous earth will often kill “good” insects like bees and ladybugs, so use it conscientiously. Lastly, not all diatomaceous earth is considered food grade, so please don’t go buying just any earth and dumping it in your food. http://www.survival360.net/BlogArchives/DiatomaceousEarth.html ONLY BUY FOOD-GRADE DE – Either Perma-Guard (USA) or Red Lake Earth (Kamloops, BC) NEVER EVER BUY Diatomaceous Earth meant for insecticides or swimming pool filters. Red Lake Earth can be bought at Otter Co-Op (Aldergrove), or The Mill Store (Chilliwack) in 20kg bags Red Lake Earth is 65% DE & 35% montmorillonite clay (calcium bentonite) (keep scrolling down…) Other websites about DE: May fight Bird Flu, E-Coli, etc http://p-g.com.tw/E_Bird_Flu.htm
General Info: www.diatomitecanada.com
Using DE to detoxify heavy metals: http://mercola.fileburst.com/PDF/ToxicMetals.pdf
FOOD EQUIPMENT
►can opener & puncher
►Tupperware (different sizes)
►funnels (different sizes)
►servers
►coffee filters
►tea sieve
►colander
►dish towels
►hot pads
►oven mitts
►pot holders
►gas grill
►pots & pans & lids
►cooking utensils (spoons / forks / masher / spaghetti spoon / manual whipper / spatulas / meat pounder etc.)
►stainless steel bowls (different sizes)
►knives (paring / bread / butcher / cleaver)
►tea kettle
►juicer
►fruit desiccator
►fire starter fluid
►gas for grill
►tongs
►foil pans (different sizes)
►plastic bags (sandwich / grocery / jumbo)
►hand dish detergent
►dish rack & board
►dish cloths
►table crumbs pan & brush
►seran wrap
►plastic cold cups
►styro hot cups
►plastic knives, forks, spoons
►plastic plates (small & large)
►bread board
►utility knife
►sieve
►ziplock plastic bags (different sizes)
►wooden grain mill and/or grain pounder
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Living On the Lord’s Land By Rayana McCrae (March 2009)
All through the Bible, the Creator of Heaven and Earth has provided for His people. At the time of the Creation of man, the Creator had a garden with water, living trees, and living herbs, which were to be used for food. Later, He even provided meat to eat. Abraham’s wife, Hagar, and mother of Ishmael, was dying in the desert, yet the Lord provided water. Elijah was fed by the ravens. David and his men ate the show bread. During the 40 years in the wilderness, the children of Israel drank water from the rocks, ate manna and quail, and even their clothes and shoes did not wear out in forty years! Jonah survived in the belly of a whale! We are all born for such a time as this. I believe we are here on earth at the right time, and whatever disasters are coming, (and they are coming) the Lord will provide for His people. I think of the countries where the water is so polluted we would not survive for a day, yet the locals live on garbage dumps, toxic waste, and highly polluted water. By the grace of God, and according to His will, they survive, and even bear children who live the same life style. It is amazing! It is man’s greed that has destroyed so much of our Lord’s air, water, food, and soil, as He provided enough for everyone. I also believe it is the same greed that has caused so many illnesses, poverty, and will bring disasters or plagues. It is also a miracle to think of a tiny egg, that has everything to grow into a baby an adult, or an acorn or a mustard seed that has all it needs to grow into a huge tree. I give thanks and marvel at the Lord’s blessings and His Creations. He is the Living Bread and the Living Water. As I look out my window, and walk around my small organic farm, I am deeply grateful to the Creator. I marvel as the birds of the air, squirrels, rabbits, deer, mice, rats, frogs, worms, and insects, all are provided for. Lord forgive me when I even complain as some of them feast on the luscious fruit and vegetables I have worked so hard to grow. It is YOUR LAND, LORD and it is YOUR FOOD and you say in Your Word you will feed your creations. The birds and squirrels always know when the nuts are perfect to eat and store. Of course, the bird pick the biggest and best cherries, berries, grapes, and the wasps are pros at the best apples on the trees. I learned to be grateful for what is left for my family and me. As challenging as it is to grow organically and harvest here in BC, it is also so rewarding. I believe, that in the future, the true gold will be the Lord’s “SEEDS” that are not hybrids, but His living foods and herbs! What is missing in the average diet is the lack of enzymes, minerals, and the use of greens. And yet as you look around, the Lord makes this area so green with His Living Food. In the spring comes the abundance of LIVING HERBS, filled with nutrients and natural chlorophyll – all from the Lord. The very hardy weed, the dandelion, can be harvested. The early spring leaves can be eaten in salads, or made into green drinks. The beautiful yellow blossoms the children and I have gathered and made into delicious syrup. Some people even make wine from the dandelions. The root is dried and used for cleansing the blood and the liver. There is chickweed, lambs quarter, sorrel, plantain, stinging nettles – all so nourishing – and can be used for teas, salads, or soups. The high mineral count in the red and white clover is good for cleansing the blood and for healing. White clover helps the nerves. Feverfew grows like weeds, and is used for headaches. Chamomile is good for a nervous stomach. The wild mullein is good for swelling and skin conditions, the precious pods filled with oil that can be used also for the skin, and as an oil for the ears. Calendula is a popular garden flower, and is made into an amazing healing cream. The burdock root cleanses and heals the liver. The huge hawthorn trees, with beautiful red berries, are so good for the heart and the circulation. (Unfortunately, my tree is too close to the road, so I have transplanted some to the back of the property.) Juniper berries can be used with caution as a diuretic, or for the urinary antiseptic. Anyone can grow the common herbs in pots in a window box, or a porch – eg. parsley, oregano, basil, chives, rosemary, lavender, thyme, sage, marjoram, catnip, lemon balm, and peppermint.Try some nasturtium flowers in a salad, or use the seeds for a peppery taste. In my yard I also have sage, lemon balm, lavender, loveage, wormwood, comfrey, garlic, oregano, peppermint, and winter rosemary, These herbs can all be used fresh or dried – for cooking, teas, and medicine. (keep scrolling down…)
The Lord also provides the WILD BERRIES. salmon berries, blueberries, huckleberries, Saskatoon berries, black berries, strawberries, raspberries, (I am not certain if the medicinal elderberries grow here.) There is also Oregon Grape, and rose hips loaded with Vitamin C. There are so many herbs, barks, flowers, that can be used as food and for medicine. The Lord God knows them all – He created them for our use and benefit. Our God is an awesome God and greatly to be praised. We are so grateful for Our Lord’s love, His mercy, His grace, and His abundance. There is a time and a season for all things. “Listen“ to His will. He gave us His comforter, the Holy Spirit, to guide and protect.
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The body needs greens and enzymes to stay healthy. Sprouts take very little water, but are very high in nutrients. The water to rinse the sprouts can be used for drinking or cooking. I grow sprouts in a jar with a lid with holes for easy rinsing. Organic is best. Grains to Sprout – whole alfalfa, wheat, kamut, spelt, rye, flax. – Vegetables to sprout – broccoli, clover, onions, radish – Organic whole grains – wheat, spelt, kamut quinoa, steel cut oats brown rice, flax. I store some in jars with tight fitting lids. Herbs and Spices – organic granulated onions, garlic, cumin, cayenne, dried parsley, oregano, basil, dill, rosemary, cinnamon, cloves, ginger, seaweeds— herbs you use in your own kitchen, just keep the jars full. Herb teas — I always keep a few boxes of medicinal teas (cough and cold, elderberry, digestive, sleeping, kidney and liver teas as well as drinking teas rooibus, pau d’arco, peppermint, ginger, green tea) Canned Organic Beans – garbanzo, pinto, kidney beans, black beans, lima beans, as already in water, and do not need cooking. Also some dried beans for soups.Canned organic soups – as these have some water. Have extra cans that you are using & date and rotate (choose vegetable, chicken noodles, rice, barley) Organic canned vegetables with water – diced tomatoes, green beans, carrots, spinach. Canned organic fruits – in their own juices, as fluids with natural sugars. Canned fish - tuna, salmon, sardines, herring, mackerel. Extra Virgin Olive oil – as it keeps for a very long time. Lots of Omega 3. Organic whole grain crackers, rye crisps, rice cakes. Dried Organic fruit – apples, apricots, prunes, raisins, figs. Organic Seeds and Nuts – keep them on hand in the fridge. ———————————————————————————————————————–
PERSONAL
►Bible
►books
►large notepad & pens
►magazines
►precious photos
►wallet
►passport / birth certificate
OFFICE
►laptop computer / printer /disks / monitor
►pens/paper/markers /highlighters (different colours & sizes)
►stapler & staples
►paper clips (different sizes) (keep scrolling down…)
►clipboard & paper
►ruler
MISCELLANEOUS
►be prepared that you might have to destroy your cell phones
►agree with loved ones on meeting place
►safe exits from home & neighbourhood
►designated person to pick up kids should you be unavailable
►contact persons close-by & out-of-town
►heath information
►place for pet to stay
►risks in your region
►location of fire extinguisher, water valve, electrical box, gas valve, floor drain
►start learning to be frugal NOW! (cautious in your expenditures, limit waste)
►figure out where you will store valuable jewelery/money/etc.
►Save gold and silver bullion
FOREST SURVIVAL
►don’t panic & stay calm
►think positive thoughts
►pray
►use cell phone if possible
►avoid caffeine or anything that causes dehydration
►go sparingly with food / water / supplies
►boil new water
►if hot, save body fluids & go slowly, stay in shade
►if cold, make bed from leaves & pine needles
►find weapon (sharp stick or club)
►make a note of all your equipment
►make a signal & show that you have been at that place
►beforehand take extra clothes / food /water / first aid kit
►if stab wound, apply pressure and find as clean a cloth as you can and tie tightly over wound.
►If snow, make snow shoes from tree branches & string
DESERT SURVIVALS (as deserts are not found in our area, we didn’t comment about that. You may Google that up on the Internet.)
EMERGENCY CAR KIT Keep it in the vehicle:
1) food – that won’t spoil, such as energy bars
2) water – in plastic bottles so they won’t break if frozen (change every six months)
3) blanket
4) extra clothing and shoes
5) First Aid kit – with seatbelt cutter
6) small shovel, scraper and snow brush
7) candle in a deep can and matches
wind–up flashlight
9) whistle
10) road maps
11) copy of your emergency plan and personal documents (keep scrolling down…)
12) cell phone & charger
13) notepad, pen, large marker,
14) duct tape, masking tape
15) sunglasses
16) foil window shield
17) compass
18) de-icer
Also keep inside your car trunk:
1) sand, salt or cat litter (non clumping)
2) antifreeze/windshield washer fluid
3) tow rope
4) jumper cables
5) fire extinguisher
6) warning light or road flares
7) tire change equipment
small collapsible stool
9) “U” pillow
MAKING A FIRE
Find some type of glass or shiny rocks.
1) Put in the sun, & while holding it, make a pile of grass and dry birch wood.
2) Concentrate the light on the pile of leaves and wood until a flame arises.
3) With two rocks of the same kind, smack them together.
4) If sparks don’t erupt, try different types of rocks until you get sparks.
5) When you do, aim the sparks down on the pile of leaves and wood – eventually you will get fire.
6)These are the easy ways to get fire. If you can carry matches, use them wisely.
EARTHQUAKES
Before an earthquake:
1. Have an earthquake survival kit on hand.
2. Plan family emergency procedures, and make plans for reuniting your family.
3. Know emergency telephone numbers (doctor, hospital, police, 911, etc.)
4) Anchor heavy objects to walls (bookcases, wall units, mirrors, cabinets, etc.)
5) Teach family members how to turn off water & electricity
6) Clearly label the on-off positions for the water, electricity, and gas.
7) If natural gas: tie/tape appropriate wrench on/near pipe, to turn off gas, if necessary.
Repair loose roof shingles.
9) Tie water heater to studs along with other heavy appliances (stove, washer, dryer), esp. those that could break gas or water lines if they shift or topple.
10) Keep heavy items on lower shelves.
11) Never place heavy objects over beds, and keep heavy objects lower than head height of shortest member of family.
12) Affix mirrors, paintings and other hanging objects securely.
13) Locate beds and chairs away from chimneys and windows.
14) Closed curtains and blinds will help stop broken window glass from falling on beds.
15) Put anti-skid pads under TVs, computers/ other small appliances, or secure with Velcro or replacement. (keep scrolling down…)
16) Use child-proof or safety latches on cupboards to stop from spilling out.
17) Keep flammable items and household chemicals away from heat and where they are less likely to spill.
18) Consult a professional to find out additional ways you can protect your home, such as bolting the house to its foundation and other structural mitigation techniques.
19) If you live in an apartment block or a multi-story building, work with your building manager or condominium board to decide how best to “quake-safe” your unit.
20) Seek advice from professionals (building engineers, emergency preparedness authorities) if you are unsure about what to do.
21) If you live in a mobile home, you can leave the wheels on the mobile home to limit its fall. Or, you can install a structural bracing system to reduce the chance of your unit falling off its supports.
22) Ensure the awning on your home is securely supported and fastened to the unit.
23) For information on the best way to brace your unit, contact your local mobile home dealer or a mobile home owner’s association.
Safety Tips for Earthquakes:
- Don’t shut off the gas unless there is a leak or a fire. If the gas is turned off, it must be turned on again by a qualified tradespersons.
- Discuss earthquake insurance with your insurance broker. Check your coverage – it could affect your financial ability to recover losses after an earthquake.
During An Earthquake:
Small or Moderate Earthquakes:
1) last only a few seconds with no emergency risk.
2) ceiling lights move
3) objects rattle.
4) slight quiver under feet if outside.
5) May be a loud bang, then shaking.
Large Earthquakes:
1) last several minutes
2) lead to disaster if near dense population, or magnitude large enough for region.
3) ground or floor moves violently.
4) rolling motion.
5) buildings sway.
6) roaring noise.
7) dizziness occurs,
difficulty walking.
9) furniture & objects fall & slide. (keep scrolling down…)
10) fixtures & ceiling panels fall.
11) windows break.
12) fire alarms/sprinkling systems activate.
13) power goes off.
NOW WHAT??
1. Stay calm – take cover pronto!
2. If inside, stand in doorway, or crouch under a desk or table, well away from windows or glass dividers.
3. Cover head & torso
4. Hold onto object you are under so you remain covered
5. If you cannot locate something strong, or if in hallway, flatten yourself or crouch against interior wall
6. If in shopping mall, go to nearest store
7. Stay away from windows & shelves with heavy objects
8. If in school, get under desk or table and hold on – face away from windows
9. If in wheelchair, lock wheels & protect back of head & neck
10. If outside, STAY outside.
11. Stand away from buildings, trees, telephones and electrical lines. Go into open area.
12. If in crowded area, take cover where it is safe.
13. If you are in a vehicle
14. Pull over to safe place – keep roads clear for rescue units
15. Avoid bridges, underpasses, overpasses, buildings, or anything that can collapse
on car & stay inside car
16. Listen to car radio for instructions
17. Don’t attempt to get out of car if downed power lines are across road. Wait to be rescued.
18. Place a help sign in your window if you need it
19. If on a bus, stay in seat
20. Take cover in protected place
21. If no cover, crouch & protect head from falling debris
22. Doorways & doors may slam shut & cause injuries as well as windows & other things
23. If you are in an elevator, hit button for every floor & get out as soon as possible
24. If encountering downed power lines, stay at least 10m away to avoid injury
25. In coastline, earthquakes can trigger large tidal waves.
26. If on road, drive from underpasses & overpasses; stop in safe area; stay in car.
After An Earthquake:
- Prepare for aftershocks.
- Listen to radio or TV for instructions.
- Place phone receivers back in cradles & only make emergency calls.
- Put on sturdy shoes & protective clothing.
- Check home for structural damage & other hazards.
- If home unsafe, do not re-enter.
- If you have to evacuate home, take emergency kit & other essentials.
- Post message in clear view where you are. (keep scrolling down…)
- Do not waste food, water, supplies.
- Do not light matches or turn on light switches till sure no gas leaks or flammable liquids spilled.
- Use flashlight to check utilities & do not shut off unless damaged. Leaking gas will smell.
- If tap water is still available immediately after the earthquake, fill a bathtub and other containers in case the supply gets cut off. If there is no running water, remember that you may have water available in a hot water tank (make sure water is not hot before touching it) and toilet reservoir (not the bowl).
- Do not flush toilets if you suspect sewer lines are broken.
- Carefully clean up any spilled hazardous materials.
- Wear proper hand and eye protection.
- Check on your neighbours after looking after members of your own household.
- Organize rescue measures if people are trapped or call for emergency assistance if you cannot safely help them.
- If you have pets, try to find and comfort them. If you have to evacuate, take them to a pre-identified pet-friendly shelter.
- Place a HELP sign in your window if you need assistance.
- Beware of secondary effects. Although ground shaking is the major source of earthquake damage, secondary effects can also be very destructive. These include landslides, saturated sandy soils becoming soft and unstable, flooding of low-lying areas and tsunamis washing over coastlines.
- Check for injuries – provide first aid.
- Check for safety – check for gas, water, sewage breaks;
- Check for downed power lines and shorts;
- Turn off appropriate utilities.
- Check for building damage and potential problems during aftershocks.
- Clean up dangerous spills.
- Wear supportive shoes.
- Turn on radio and listen for instructions from public safety agencies.
- Use telephone for emergencies only.
EARTHQUAKE SURVIVAL SUPPLIES:
(same as before)
Cooking: (same as before)
EARTHQUAKE SANITATION: keep hands clean
Set completely dry clothes aside
Your emergency supplies should be adequate for at least 72 hours (3 days).
A 10-day supply of water, food, and medicine is recommended.
WHAT TO DO IF….
A BOMB http://www.ki4u.com/guide.htm
CHEMICAL WARFARE ATTACK http://www.fema.gov/kids/nse/biological.htm
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BE ON THE ALERT FOR TERRORISTS!!
Terrorist Surveillance http://danger.mongabay.com/terror.htm
Terrorists may shadow an intended victim at length and with infinite patience before an actual abduction or assassination is attempted. Initial surveillance efforts may be clumsy and could be spotted by an alert target. In most cases, more than one individual is a likely candidate for the terrorist act. Usually the choice is based on the probability of success. In one documented instance, both an American and another country’s representative were under surveillance. Though the American was the first choice of the terrorists, their surveillance showed that it would be more difficult to kidnap him. Consequently, the other individual was abducted and spent a long period in captivity. Precise risks of surveillance and popular local tactics can be explained by your company’s security representative.
However, you must also learn to cultivate a “sixth sense” about your surroundings. Know what is normal in your neighborhood and along your commute routes, especially at choke points. If you know what is ordinary, you will notice anything extraordinary—people who are in the wrong place or dressed inappropriately, or cars parked in strange locations. Be particularly observant whenever you leave your home or office. Look up and down the street for suspicious vehicles, motorcycles, mopeds, etc. Note people near your home who appear to be repair personnel, utility crew teams, even peddlers. Ask yourself if they appear genuine. Become familiar with vehicle makes and models; learn to memorize license numbers. Determine if a pattern is developing with specific vehicles. See if cars suddenly pull out of parking places or side streets when you pass. Cars with extra mirrors or large mirrors are suspicious. Be aware of the types of surveillance: stationary (at residence, along route, at work); following (on foot, by car); monitoring (of telephone, mail); searching (of luggage, personal effects, even trash); and eavesdropping (electronic and personal). An elaborate system involving several people and cars might be used. Make their job tougher by not being predictable. Eat at different times and places. Stagger professional and social activities; do not play tennis “every Wednesday at three,” for example. Know the choke points on your routes and be aware of other vehicles, vans, or motorcycles as you enter those bottleneck areas. Search out safe havens that you can pull into along the route. Drive with windows rolled up to within 2 inches of the top and lock all doors. Report any suspicious activity promptly to law enforcement. Avoid using unlicensed cabs or cabs that appear out of nowhere. Do not permit taxi drivers to deviate from desired route. Be circumspect with members of the press, as terrorists often pose as journalists. Do not submit to interviews or allow photographs to be made in or of your home. Always speak guardedly and caution children to do the same.
Never discuss travel or business plans within hearing of servants. Surveillants consider children and servants to be a prime source of information. Always assume that your telephone is tapped. In elevators, watch for anyone who waits for you to select your floor, then pushes a button for the one just above or below yours. If you become aware of surveillance, do not let those watching you know you are onto them. And certainly never confront them. Immediately notify your appropriate company representative. Memorize emergency numbers, and carry change for phone calls. ————————————————————————————————————————
SPIRITUAL/EMOTIONAL/MENTAL HEALTH BEFORE & DURING HARD TIMES:
never neglect your daily Quiet Times – stay in fellowship – pray/care for one another – learn to live sacrificially – memorize scripture – exercise your faith – be filled with hope & stay positive – rule your feelings/emotions – take time out – shore up on the Sabbath – confront fears & anxieties – have sense of humour – avoid dangerous addictions – take daily nap – find support of trustworthy friends – prayer support – eat nutritious food – exercise – proclaim Bible verses out loud daily that pertain to your mental/emotional instability, not silly platitudes) – encourage yourself, as well as others – be real – do not give in to deception – sink your roots deep into solid Biblical faith – (keep scrolling down…)
Remember that God is in control of our lives,
and He is infinitely more powerful
than anything the enemy can do to us!!!
If disaster does come,
we will have the opportunity
to know the Lord in a deeper way
than we have ever known Him before!
May we be a faithful and willing support
to all those around us
who may also need our assistance!
If persection comes,
may He provide
an escape
or strength to withstand!
In closing, we would like to personally thank Rayana McCrae and Linda Meadows for their willingness to add their significant expertise in the food area!!
We trust this document has been helpful, and that you will be kept under the shadow of His wings!! That you will never ever go without food, water, shelter, clothing, protection, help – or LOVE!!
In His service,
Merv & Merla Watson www.mervandmerla.com