After a hurricane, you face so many hurdles in life. There will be no electricity, no sewage system, and water in the streets, a breakout of diseases, and many other problems around. Therefore, if you are living in such an area, you need to get prepared for the aftermath. So, you and your family can spend life peacefully. Also, this will prepare you for the future. First, if you survive a hurricane, thank God. Now, get ready for the next step. You need food and some other essentials to spend your days. You are the one who is going to protect the family members. Thus, you should have all the necessary things like food, medicines, accessories, and other items. Some people know how to pass this situation. As they live in such regions where they face natural disasters the most. But now the climate is changing; therefore, many other places are facing nature’s rage. Thus, everyone should get to prepare themselves for the worst. This article will help you in preparing your emergency kit and the consequences you will face after a disaster.
Apart from infrastructure, a disaster changes your mind, emotions, and psychology. Thus, it is an upside-down situation in life. Therefore, be strong and prepare your mind for anything bad or worst coming towards you. Also, be there for your family and train them on how to react in an emergency. Make a special place for an emergency kit and it should be approachable to every member of the family. Even your kids should know how to use a torch, medicines, charger, and other small things.
Well, these are some vital things, you should have after a storm.
Food
When there is a natural disaster, everything gets closed. You will not find food or other essentials in stores and markets. Thus, you should have some eatables in your emergency bags. Well, no one can store fresh fruits and vegetables. Therefore, you need to preserve frozen meals and tin packs. Do not try to save perishables in your bags or fridge. Well, after a hurricane, there will be no power; therefore, you cannot turn on the fridge. So, buy canned foods, dried foods, and non-perishable goods. Do not think that you will have to make food. So, store readymade or ready to make food items. Also, store some eggs. It is easy to boil an egg and eat it. Also, it is a healthy diet.
Water
After food, there will be another necessary thing you will need is water. When you go through a storm or flood, there will be dirty water all around and in homes also. There will be dirt in water pipes. Thus, you will not receive water to drink. Therefore, you should have bottles of minerals to drink. So, until you get clean and drinkable water, you cannot run out of water. Also, fill your bathtubs and buckets for washrooms. Do not use tap water, as it will not safe for your health.
Electricity
Of course, you will not have power after a storm or flood. Also, after the overflow of water, it is not safe to turn on the lights. There could be current in wires and walls. Thus, it is better to switch off the main power. Well, in this situation, you can use woods to burn and cook food on them. Also, you should have a solar system for emergency purposes. Moreover, you should have a torch and a battery setup. Also, make sure you have a radio, so you can listen to the news and other necessary information related to the current situation. Turn on the radio almost every hour to get updated. Also, you need to charge your mobile; therefore, solar chargers and cellular batteries are necessary.
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