First responders train hard to prepare for wildfires and other disasters. Residents need to do the same, according to the Klamath County Fire Agencies that compiled the online Oregon’s Ready Set Go ...
When it comes to personal safety, no one ever wants to imagine that the worst could ever happen to themselves or their loved ones. But whether you live in an area that is prone to natural disasters or ...
What comes to mind when you think of an emergency bag? Most likely water, batteries, a flashlight and maybe a few protein bars — the survival basics. But there’s one critical kit most people forget: a ...
SAN DIEGO — Getting your family’s emergency “go bag” ready can be stressful and costly, but preparedness experts say you don’t have to break the bank to be ready for the unexpected. Andrea Alfonsi ...
You can’t take everything with you when you’re evacuating due to a wildfire or other life-threatening emergency. A lightweight “go bag” is not like the emergency supplies you maintain at your home in ...
With wildfires burning across the West, it's more important than ever to have a plan and keep essentials packed so you're ready to evacuate at a moment's notice. "You have to be prepared to go," Kory ...
When disaster strikes, having a well-prepared go bag can save precious time and reduce the stress of the situation. Here’s a quick guide to packing your summer go bag so you and your loved ones are ...
A bug out bag is a pre-packed backpack, duffel or other easily-transported carryall that’s loaded with the supplies you need for several days of survival. Think: a few days’ worth of food and water, a ...