Why you need an Emergency Earthquake Kit

If you live in an area prone to earthquakes such as California, it is important you take the proper steps to keep you and your family safe. An earthquake may last minutes, but the after effects could last much longer.

After an earthquake hits, your home could be without electricity, water, and gas for days. Roads will be blocked around town, and stores will closed allowing you only access to the necessities you already have in your home. If it was a sudden hit you may not have any emergency food or water. Most likely any food you had in your refrigerator will go bad without electricity to power it. The only way to prevent being left in the dark, and hungry without any working utilities for days at a time, is to take the proper precautions before an earthquake strikes.

Preparing your home is all about safety. You should strap down big appliances such as water heaters. You should also secure all bookcases, filing cabinets, dressers, and hutches. Try to avoid hanging any pictures or heavy decorations over beds to prevent injuries in case of a nighttime quake. Try to anchor all small fragile items that sit on shelves and latch drawers and cabinets so their contents do not get thrown out and create more of an obstacle for you and your family. Other types of furniture and appliances that you should secure include televisions, computers, and stereos.

Another part of preparing for an earthquake is ensuring you have all the necessities for survival. You can ensure you and your family will have all the necessities to last days after an earthquake by purchasing an earthquake kit.

Our earthquake kits at More Prepared contain:

- 2400 Calorie Food Bars
- Water Boxes w/straws
- Thermal Blankets - retains body heat
- Ponchos with hoods
- Tissue Packs
- Dust Masks - Prevents dust and germ inhalation
- First Aid Kit - comprehensive first aid kit in plastic case
- Water Purification Tablets - to purify unsanitary water
- AM/FM Mini Radio
- 12 Hour Light Stick - bright green light at the snap of a finger
- Pump LED Flashlight
- Safety Whistle - Blow loud for immediate rescue attention
- Pair Vinyl Gloves - Protect hands from infection
- Sanitation/Toilet Bags

For more tips for preparing for an earthquake visit the More Prepared website!