A Guide for Crisis Situations
This guide provides essential information to help you and your family prepare for emergency situations. From natural disasters to infrastructure failures, being prepared can make the difference between safety and danger.
Every household should maintain supplies for at least 72 hours without external assistance. This includes situations where utilities, transportation, and emergency services may be disrupted.
In major emergencies, professional help may not be available immediately. Self-sufficiency for the first 72 hours is essential for survival.
Identify potential hazards in your area: floods, earthquakes, power outages, or extreme weather.
Establish meeting points, communication methods, and evacuation routes with family members.
Assemble supplies for water, food, shelter, and communication for minimum 72 hours.
During emergencies, phone networks may be overloaded or damaged. Text messages often work when voice calls don't. Social media and emergency apps can provide real-time updates.
Keep physical copies of important phone numbers. Include local emergency services, family members, insurance companies, and utility providers. Store copies in multiple locations.
Monitor official channels: local emergency management, weather services, and government alerts. Avoid spreading unconfirmed information that may cause panic or confusion.
Take a moment to understand the situation. Check for immediate dangers and gather information from reliable sources.
Listen to emergency broadcasts and follow evacuation orders or shelter-in-place instructions from authorities.
Once you're safe, check on family, neighbors, and community members who may need assistance.
Take photos of damage for insurance purposes and report emergencies to appropriate authorities.