Originally Posted by
Hirlau
A detailed list makes it easy,,, also can tell you what may have expired & need replacing.
In our family, we have a 15 minute, 1 hour & 24 hour evacuation lists. For example if an emergency is broadcast while we are home & we are given a time limit, a detailed list is already prepared & ready to distribute. Each item on the list is colored coded, each individual is responsible for their assigned color(each item is assigned based on the ability of the family member to gather it),,, for example firearms & medicines would not be left to a 10 year old to gather. Color coding & assigning , speeds up the evacuation process.
The hardest part about preparing, is making the list & staying disciplined enough to only take whats on the list. These decisions must be made before the problem happens or you will rationalize taking everything.
Every family member should have what is referred to as a "neck safe". These are kept up to date & readily accessible,,, they are the first thing you will grab & place around your neck. If you have to be evac'd on site by a transport such as a helicopter, remember, they are there for the body(you) not all your baggage. The neck safe will contain all the information that gets you through a processing center; among other vital items.
Just my thoughts.