Stormproof matches are a must-have part of any emergency fire starter kit. They’re easy to light, and the longer burn time is great for lighting tinder or any DIY fire starter you’ve created.

Cal Fire also advises keeping an emergency supply kit in a car. This would allow people to have the resources they need if they are away from home when a disaster breaks out.

This emergency kit has notable omissions: no cutting tools, fire-starting equipment, or flashlight (only light sticks). Yet, the kit focuses on nutrition, protection from the elements, and hydration.

To commemorate September as Emergency Preparedness Month, both cities of Chino and Chino Hills will offer workshops on how to prepare for an emergency.

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An emergency kit should include a sleeping bag or warm blanket for each person. In Alaska extra blankets are recommended as well as at least one or more complete changes of clothing for each person.

Firefighting puts intense strain on firefighters, both physically and mentally. It is critical that firefighters receive a comprehensive rehab program after fire incidents or intense training to ...

Cynergy Home LifeLight: A great addition to a roadside assistance kit as well as an emergency survival setup, this crank-powered LED flashlight is a bundle of disaster preparedness tools all ...