Disaster Survival 101

# Disaster Survival 101

## Part I: Introduction to Disaster Preparedness
- Understanding Disaster Preparedness
  - Defining disasters and emergencies
  - The importance of a prepared mindset
  - Overcoming panic and fear during emergencies
- Building Your Emergency Plan
  - Assessing risks in your area
  - Creating a personalized disaster plan
  - Practicing emergency drills

## Part II: Sheltering In Place
- Food Storage and Management
  - Stockpiling non-perishable food
  - Rotating and maintaining supplies
  - Meal planning for long-term survival
- Water Sourcing and Purification
  - Storing water for emergencies
  - Methods for purifying contaminated water
  - Locating alternative water sources
- Heating and Power Generation
  - Alternative heating solutions
  - Backup power systems (generators, solar panels)
  - Conserving energy during outages
- First Aid and Medical Preparedness
  - Building a comprehensive first aid kit
  - Basic first aid skills
  - Handling medical emergencies without professional help
- Self-Sufficient Living
  - Growing your own food
  - Raising livestock or poultry
  - Sustainable practices for off-grid living

## Part III: Evacuation Strategies
- Preparing an Emergency Go-Bag
  - Essential items to include
  - Customizing your go-bag for specific scenarios
  - Keeping your go-bag accessible and up-to-date
- Choosing Safe Destinations
  - Identifying safe locations ahead of time
  - Mapping multiple evacuation routes
  - Communicating with family members about plans
- Traveling Safely During Emergencies
  - Navigating roadblocks and hazards
  - Using GPS and manual maps effectively
  - Ensuring vehicle readiness for evacuation

## Part IV: Scenario-Based Emergency Plans
- Natural Disasters
  - Tornadoes
    - Immediate actions to take
    - Shelter-in-place vs. evacuation checklist
  - Earthquakes
    - Immediate actions to take
    - Shelter-in-place vs. evacuation checklist
  - Hurricanes
    - Immediate actions to take
    - Shelter-in-place vs. evacuation checklist
  - Floods
    - Immediate actions to take
    - Shelter-in-place vs. evacuation checklist
  - Wildfires
    - Immediate actions to take
    - Shelter-in-place vs. evacuation checklist
- Technological and Grid Failures
  - Electrical grid failures
    - Immediate actions to take
    - Shelter-in-place vs. evacuation checklist
  - Cyberattacks
    - Immediate actions to take
    - Shelter-in-place vs. evacuation checklist
- Physical Safety Threats
  - Home invasions
    - Immediate actions to take
    - Shelter-in-place vs. evacuation checklist
  - Active shooter situations
    - Immediate actions to take
    - Shelter-in-place vs. evacuation checklist
- Pandemics and Biological Threats
  - Pandemics
    - Immediate actions to take
    - Shelter-in-place vs. evacuation checklist
  - Biological attacks
    - Immediate actions to take
    - Shelter-in-place vs. evacuation checklist
- Nuclear, Chemical, and Radiological Threats
  - Nuclear attacks
    - Immediate actions to take
    - Shelter-in-place vs. evacuation checklist
  - Chemical spills
    - Immediate actions to take
    - Shelter-in-place vs. evacuation checklist
  - Radiation exposure
    - Immediate actions to take
    - Shelter-in-place vs. evacuation checklist

## Part V: Final Steps to Readiness
- Reviewing and Updating Your Plan
  - Regularly revisiting your disaster plan
  - Adjusting for new risks or changes in circumstances
- Educating Yourself and Others
  - Teaching family members survival skills
  - Sharing knowledge within your community
- Staying Informed During Emergencies
  - Reliable sources of information
  - Monitoring alerts and warnings