The 72 hour rule

[Joe Crawford]

Posted Dec 31st 2007

The 72 Hour Rule

With winter storms pummeling most of Canada in recent weeks, the
prospect of becoming stranded in your home for a period of time with
limited resources is an all-too-real scenario. Are you ready for such
a possibility? The Canadian government warns that every Canadian
homeowner should equip their residence with sufficient supplies to
last every member of your household for a period of 72 hours without
power or tap water.

Here's a list of the provisions you're recommended to have at the
ready in an easy to find, easy to carry, pre-packaged emergency kit:

Water - at least two litres of water per person per day. Include small
bottles that can be carried easily in case of an evacuation order
Food that won't spoil, such as canned food, energy bars and dried
foods (remember to replace the food and water once a year)
Manual can-opener
Flashlight and batteries
Candles and matches or lighter (remember to place candles in sturdy
containers and to put them out before going to sleep)
Battery-powered or wind-up radio (and extra batteries)
First aid kit
Special items such as prescription medications, infant formula and
equipment for people with disabilities
Extra keys for your car and house
Some cash in smaller bills, such as $10 bills and change for
payphones
A copy of your emergency plan and contact information
Want more information about how to prepare your home and your family
for a possible emergency? Visit http://www.getprepared.ca/kit/basic_e.asp


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