Despite the fact that prepping has become an increasingly popular topic in recent years, sadly the vast majority of people haven’t even developed a basic emergency plan to help them stay safe in the event of a disaster. Most of us just go through life telling ourselves that the “doomsday stuff” is for “the preppers” so we don’t have to deal with the fact that a life-changing event can actually occur at any given moment. It’s easier to just dismiss the whole issue as fear mongering than to accept the reality that disasters can and do happen. Fortunately, with the following information in mind, you’ll be motivated to take interest in this subject and be better equipped to do so.
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Devising an Emergency Plan is Simple, Which Is Why It’s Catching On
The fact that approximately 40% of the population does have an emergency plan lets you know that it’s becoming more of a mainstream concept. In fact, within the next ten years, experts estimate that at least half of all Americans will have some sort of basic plan for responding to an emergency. Drawing up a brief list of immediate steps you’ll take in response to an emergency is a good start. However, you want to research emergency preparation tips using blogs like MomWithaPrep.com before formulating your plan.
Almost Half of Americans Don’t Even Have a First Aid Kit
The fact that less than 50% of U.S. residents own a first aid kit might seem trivial, but it’s a good indicator of how low safety and emergency preparation are on Americans’ list of priorities. Most of us just assume that “if I ever need anything, I’ll just go to the store and buy it,” or “if anything bad happens, I’ll just call 911.” Both of those assumptions rely on the continued availability of stores and public services. During an emergency, there’s no guarantee that you’ll be able to obtain provisions or last-minute help at the spur of the moment, which is why it’s necessary to have an independent plan to serve as a basis for your response.
Purchasing a Backup Food Supply is Worth the Investment
One of the most crucial moves you can make to ensure you and your family are fully prepared for an emergency is to amass a collection of non-perishable food supplies that can keep you nourished and safely confined in your home after a disaster. Think about how many canned goods, rice bags, snack bars, etc. you can buy with $1,000-$2,000. For many people, that can seem like a sizable chunk to spend outright, but you can gradually invest in your food stockpile and since it could be the key to your survival at some point in the future, it’s definitely a worthwhile redundancy to save up for.
Do Ammunition and Arms Play a Role?
While food and emergency preparation materials are important, you also have to consider lawlessness and desperation as factors that will influence the decisions of others following a disaster. Thus, many preppers also wind up investing in firearms and ammunition to protect their emergency stockpile in case society becomes more hostile and lawless in the aftermath of a disaster.
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Considering the facts laid out above, isn’t it time you considered compiling your emergency plan?
