WHAT IS EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS? Emergency preparedness refers to the steps that will help reduce the effect of a disaster on your property, family, and life. Creating…

Batteries are toxic if improperly stored or used. Long-term battery storage requires specific considerations to ensure that the battery does not leak, ignite, or destroy…

Poison ivy is a plant that can cause severe skin inflammation or contact dermatitis. It contains a sap that triggers delayed skin irritation. Toxicodendron radicans,…

WHAT IS ACTIVATED CHARCOAL? Activated charcoal is a fine, odorless, black powder used frequently in emergency rooms to treat overdoses. According to a study, activated…

Why is a crank radio essential? A crank radio is a must-have in your emergency kit – it will aid you in times of emergencies.…