Every Life Secure - Emergency Preparedness Blog

Earthquake Preparedness: Many in California Still Not Fully Prepared for the Big One

2010-03-09T09:20:54-06:00

A recent survey in California shows that the weakest link in California eathquake preparedness is citizen preparedness.

Earthquake Kits: Is Your Earthquake Kit Built to Survive An Earthquake?

2010-03-04T12:21:26-06:00

In a severe earthquake, second only to surviving yourself is making sure that your earthquake survival kit makes it through the initial earthquake with your emergency supplies in tact.

U.S Geological Survey Director Urges Preparedness for A "Big One" Earthquake in The United States

2010-03-02T18:00:00-06:00

Devastating 8.8 Chile earthquake: "It's not a matter of IF, only of WHEN an event like this strikes the people of the United States. Shame on us if we don't prepare."

Emergency Preparedness: Learning from 8.8 Chile Earthquake That Was Missed in 7.0 Haiti Earthquake

2010-03-01T10:50:36-06:00

Emergency Preparedness Lessons Learned from 8.8 Chile Earthquake.

What Causes Most Fire Related Deaths? How Smoke Masks and Smoke Hoods Can Prevent More than 2000 Deaths Per Year.

2010-01-04T15:56:42-06:00

According to the CDC (US Centers for Disease Control) "most victims of fires die from smoke or toxic gases and not from burns." Some sources indicate that "inhalation injury from smoke and the noxious products of combustion in fires may account for as many as 60-80% of fire-related deaths in...

MobileAid First Aid Flag Stands Head and Shoulders Above the Crowd in Any Emergency or Disaster

2009-12-11T01:48:14-06:00

In an emergency or disasater, one First Aid Flag stands head and shoulders above everyone...

What Should be in An Emergency Kit?

2009-12-05T10:27:18-06:00

What should be in an emergency kit? Consider the "10 Basic Emergency Needs" and the "CLAD Emergency Kit Test" to get you started in the right direction.

What About Emergency Preparedness Gifts for the Holidays?

2009-11-27T23:19:54-06:00

As you consider giving meaningful gifts this holiday season, think about helping family and friends be secure in any emergency or disaster.

On-Site Emergency Responders & Safety Personnel Can Now ... Be the First Responder!

2009-11-23T17:03:51-06:00

With the launch of www.Mobile-Aid.com, on-site emergency responders and safety personnel now have easy on-line access to the full range of MobileAid Emergency Response products from LifeSecure.

How to Prepare for a Possible Swine Flu (H1N1) Pandemic

2009-04-27T16:13:05-05:00

If the current outbreak of swine flu escalates into a full scale pandemic, everyone should each be prepared to isolate themselves, protect themselves, and treat themselves.

10 Basic Emergency Needs: "What Emergency Tools do I Need?"

2009-04-20T14:34:54-05:00

Tools are one of the "10 Basic Emergency Needs" that each of us should consider when preparing for any emergency or disaster...

How do we prepare for earthquakes? Lessons from the L'Aquila, Italy Earthquake

2009-04-06T11:15:06-05:00

The greatest lesson we learn from every disaster we witness around the world is that the time to prepare to be secure in an emergency or disaster is BEFORE one strikes. Here are some lessons from the recent earthquake in L'Aquila, Italy.

Undersea Volcano Erupts Off Tonga Coast - A Reminder of The Need to Be Prepared in the U.S.

2009-03-18T19:45:25-05:00

The spectacular eruption of an undersea volcano off the coast of Tonga reminds us that we have 169 volcanoes of our own in the United States - 18 "highly dangerous" ones. Anyone living within 100 miles of a volcano needs to make special emergency preparations.

Emergency Kit - Does Your Emergency Kit Pass the "CLAD" Test? Is it Compact...?

2009-02-25T22:37:07-06:00

When evaluating your emergency kit, see if it passes the "CLAD" test. Make sure it is Compact, Lightweight, All-Hazards equipped, and durable. Here are some thoughts on the importance of having a compact kit with compact supplies

Ready.gov - A Key Emergency Preparedness Resource

2009-02-12T22:44:02-06:00

Here is a helpful emergency preparedness widget from Ready.gov

What Do You Do During a Tornado? How Can You Be Safe Wherever You Are?

2009-02-11T08:08:11-06:00

Every state in the U.S. experiences tornadoes. So no matter where you live, its important to know what to do during a tornado. And if you are in a car at the time, here is what not to do...

How to Prepare for a Wildfire - Australian Wildfire Tragedy Reminds us of the Need to be Ready

2009-02-09T11:29:05-06:00

Devastating wildfires in Australia remind us of the need to prepare for wildfires before they happen. Preparing now may save your life and lessen the loss from a wildfire.

Earthquake Preparedness - POGO (Pry Off Gas Off) Combination Gas Shut-Off Tool and Pry Bar

2009-02-04T21:59:26-06:00

Assuming you know how to turn off the natural gas to your home in an emergency or disaster (such as an earthquake), the next most important thing is to have a specific gas shut-off tool handy (in a predetermined place). Though many kinds of tools may work to shut off the gas, I have a new favorite, the POGO (Pry Off Gas Off).

Blackouts - Candles Pose a Fire Hazard - Use Light Sticks

2009-02-02T20:20:15-06:00

In case of blackouts and other emergencies, avoid using candles as they may cause fires. Light sticks are superior in many ways and pose no fire risk.

How Many Volcanoes are there in the USA? Where are the 18 considered "Very Dangerous"? Do You Need to Prepare?

2009-01-30T09:13:26-06:00

Scientists say that the eruption of Mount Redoubt Volcano in Alaska is imminent. There are 168 volcanoes in the United States and 18 of them are considered to be very dangerous. Those who live in California, Oregon, Washington, Hawaii, Alaska or neighboring states should take extra care to make sure that they are prepared in case of a volcanic eruption.

Secure Suvivor from Latin America - Emergency Preparation Saves the Family

2009-01-29T05:16:03-06:00

I find that those who have been through some kind of severe emergency or disaster have the need to be prepared pressed into their minds for the rest of their lives. Here is the true story of one such woman. She and her family survived political violence while others she knew did not.

Trauma First Aid - Get it Off Your Shoulder, Off The Wall, and Rolling On Its Way!

2009-01-19T20:22:44-06:00

The MobilEase Trauma First Aid Station provides a next-generation replacement for heavy trauma bags and stationary wall-mounted first aid kits. This mobile, yet compact, trauma station makes it possible to easily and directly speed extensive trauma first aid supplies to any medical emergency - near or far - large or small. Quick-response organization modules provide easy access to supplies throughout the treatment process.

Fire Preparedness - Smoke Masks and Fire Hoods Can Save Lives

2009-01-12T12:06:21-06:00

When one considers the very real hazards from fire, the investment in a smoke mask or hood amounts to just common sense for those who live and work in high rise buildings or who are in other environments where there is a high fire risk.

Emergency Preparedness at Home - "I have a smoke detector; now what?"

2009-01-07T05:00:00-06:00

93% of homes have a smoke detector to warn of fire. For years we have been encouraged by the government and disaster response organizations to take another step forward in preparing ourselves and our families for an emergency or disaster. We have been encouraged to have an emergency preparedness kit on hand to provide basic survival supplies for at least 72 hours (3 days).

Earthquakes - Potential Impact on the Central USA

2009-01-05T05:00:00-06:00

Though it's commonly known that people who live on the West Coast need to be concerned about the devastating effects of earthquakes, many who live in the central states may be surprised to learn that earthquake preparedness is needed not just in California, but in their own neighborhoods.

Emergency Preparedness at Work is Prudent Risk Management

2009-01-02T23:47:10-06:00

Being prepared in the workplace for a major emergency or disaster is simply a matter of prudent risk management.

David Scott - A Secure Survivor

2008-12-30T14:49:59-06:00

I'm a "secure survivor” who has personally survived several natural and man-made disasters and emergencies, and I want to help others be prepared to do the same.