Emergency Preparedness Guide - Digital Download
$0.00
Skip to product information
Emergency Preparedness Guide - Digital Download
$0.00
The Department of Defense (DoD) Emergency Preparedness Guide advises personnel and families to prepare for natural and man-made threats by creating a plan, building a 72-hour emergency kit, and identifying local, state, or installation-specific evacuation routes. Key focus areas include securing water, food, and emergency supplies while maintaining a family communication strategy.
Key Emergency Preparedness Components:
- Emergency Kits (Shelter-in-Place & Evacuation): Assemble kits to sustain you and your family for at least 72 hours, including water (1 gallon/person/day), food, medication, a NOAA weather radio, flashlights, and a first-aid kit.
- Family Plan: Establish a communication plan, designate emergency meeting spots, and know evacuation routes.
- Document Protection: Keep copies of vital documents (passports, insurance, birth certificates) in a waterproof container.
- Specific Threats: Prepare for local hazards (e.g., hurricanes, floods, wildfires) by reviewing instructions on Ready.gov.
- Installation Info: Personnel on base should follow specific instructions from their installation command and check Military OneSource for guides.
Recommended Shelter-in-Place Supplies
- Plastic sheeting and duct tape.
- Wrench/pliers to turn off utilities.
- Manual can opener.
- Comfort items for children.
Evacuation Items
- Cash in small denominations.
- Local maps.
- Electrical converters (for overseas).
It is recommended to review and update your plan and kit annually, checking expiration dates on food, water, and medication.