A disaster is an unexpected event that causes destruction. Disasters cause loss - of life, of property, of money, and of happiness. They strike at any time and anyplace. They can take away your home and your family. Some disasters are natural, and some are caused by humans. This book will explore the different types of disasters that can happen to you and your family. It will tell you what you can do to prepare for a disaster, and how to survive during a disaster. It will explain how to secure primary needs like food, water, and shelter. It will also cover secondary needs like communication,...

A disaster is unexpected and causes destruction. It strikes at any time and any place. A disaster may be natural or man-made. Sometimes a disaster requires one to flee immediately from a disaster ground to a safer site. If a disaster should strike your area and necessitates an evacuation, are you prepared to flee immediately? Do you know which items to pack and are vital for your survival? What if you don't have the time to pack? Wouldn't it be better if you have a bag you can readily grabbed if you need to evacuate? Having a prepared BOB or a bug-out bag helps you be prepared to escape any...