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Home Hazard Hunt

General Home Hazards Have emergency numbers next to every phone. Install smoke detectors on every floor and inside or near every bedroom. Test monthly. Install carbon monoxide (CO) detectors on...
Last updated: January 26, 2026
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Emergency Cooking Methods

Emergency Cooking Without Power: A Practical Guide Learning to cook without electricity or gas keeps you fed and comfortable. Why Emergency Cooking Matters More Than Just Food Cooking serves multiple...
Last updated: January 26, 2026
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Emergency Food Storage Checklist

Use these checklists to build your emergency food supply step by step Quick Start: 3-Day Food Supply Goal: Store enough food for 3 days per person Per Person for 3...
Last updated: January 23, 2026
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Water Storage Guide

Emergency Water Storage: A Beginner’s Guide Clean water is essential for your health. During emergencies, tap water may not be available. That’s why storing water is one of the most...
Last updated: January 23, 2026
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Disaster Supply Kit Checklist

Kit Storage and Maintenance Guidelines The 12 Areas of Emergency Preparedness 1) Shelter, Clothing, & Fire 2) Water 3) Food 4) Hygiene & Sanitation 5) Light & Power 6) First...
Last updated: January 21, 2026
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Basic First Aid Kit

This suggested first aid kit list is a basis for creating your own list of first aid supplies. Add items according to your and your family’s training, needs, and abilities....
Last updated: January 23, 2026

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