Preparing for emergencies with more than just milk, bread, and toilet paper | Hey Ray

Laughing about getting milk, bread, and toilet paper before it snows comes with the seasonal territory, but not all emergencies are weather-related. Are you prepared?Usually, a weather forecast gives you days to get ready for being stuck in the weather. Not all emergencies give you that much notice. That is why the Federal Emergency Management Agency says you should have a minimum of three days of supplies on hand.I know it is not easy for everyone to stock up on things, but if you can, here are some things you should consider having on hand.When it comes to staying prepared in an emergency, water is among the most important things you should have.

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The first thing is water. If the water goes out, everyone is going to rush to the store to buy it. You will want to have one gallon of water per person per day. 72 hours is three days, so for each person, FEMA recommends three gallons.This does not have to be fancy b