Emergency Preparation

The Japan tragedy has put many of us on alert. The likely concern in our area is tornado destruction. Although, even at that the swath a tornado cuts is very narrow affecting a relatively small area and as such, neighbors in surrounding areas would be there to help with emergency supplies.

I think the greater likelihood of our entire village suffering a blow from nature is in the form of an ice storm where power is down for 3 weeks or more. Here's MY RECIPE for preparing for the possibility of nature's fury, simply and cheaply. These bare essentials will support of family of FOUR for 3 weeks.

1. Five gallon container of water from Culligan or like supplier.
2. Beans and rice. Six pounds each of dried beans and brown rice.
3. A propane powered camping stove and four gas canisters.
4. A chest and plastic containers for storage of food.

These items will store indefinately if kept cool and dry. Buy it, store it, and sleep well knowing your family will get through a tough time very nicely.