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Hurricanes
Hurricanes can be some of the most destructive forces on earth. Intense winds along with flooding can cause multiple damage vectors. Getting prepared ahead of time is critical since Hurricane warnings will only come a few days in advance.
There are a few key issues to plan for:
- Home Fortification: Wind & Water Mitigation
- Long Term Power Outage: Food Storage / Lighting / Hygiene
- Preparing for Evacuation
If you live on the east coast of the US, or in Hawaii, prepping for hurricanes and cyclones is an annual activity!
Flooding
Floods are perhaps the deadliest and most destructive of all natural disasters. The rush of water can destroy buildings, wash away cars and people in a matter of minutes.
They can happen anywhere: cities, towns, the countryside. Even desert dwellers can be surprised with flash flooding.
You only need to watch a few videos to see what can happen in the extreme cases, and flash floods happen all the time in the US.
Comfort & Reference Items
The most important determinant for survival in stressful environments is a persons mental state.
A Positive Mental Attitude (PMA) can overcome the harshest of obstacles.
Most survivalist teachers consider it more important than even water and food, and when you deeply examine the impact it has on your survival chances you quickly understand why.
This is an especially critical consideration if you have to keep children entertained and distracted during an extended period away from their homes.
