Tom Bramell, retired fire fighter Captain, discusses the importance of being prepared for all emergencies, not just disasters. Topics covered include having a plan, providing water, food, first-aid supplies, sanitation supplies, cash/money, blankets, and much, much more. He recommends checking out www.redcrossstores.org for ideas on filling your own backpack or suitcase on wheels, one for each member of your family. Read his entire article on assembling an Emergency Preparedness Kit at http://www.grassrootsissues.com/EmergencyPreparednessKit.pdf, written for his fellow Rotarians. First aired 2/12/09. Time 28:20.

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