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Tips for Surviving a Hurricane

There are few forces of nature on this earth that are as powerful as a hurricane. Strong hurricanes, like Hurricane Sandy or Hurricane Katrina, can be life threatening, and they often cause billions of dollars worth of property damage. In fact, according to USA Today, the largest global disaster of 2012 was Hurricane Sandy (it cost roughly $65 billion dollars worth of damages). While hurricanes can vary in strength, any hurricanes that are over a three on the Saffir-Simpson […]

Tips for Surviving a Wildfire

While wildfires can strike nearly anywhere in the United States, they are typically more common in the western United States. In the first six months of 2015, there were nearly 30,000 wildfires throughout the U.S.—these fires burned up a grand total of over three million acres. Whether lightning starts wildfires naturally or they’re created by human action, wildfires can be terribly destructive. One of the most devastating wildfires in the U.S. was the Oakland fire of 1991 in California. […]

September 8, 2015 By Wise Blog Team Disaster Preparedness, Emergency Preparedness, Resources Wildfires 0 Comments

Tips for Surviving a Flood

Floods are common throughout the United States, and most flooding events are relatively harmless. However, major floods, especially those caused by hurricanes, can be extremely serious. In fact, during Hurricane Katrina, 80 percent of New Orleans was flooded, and the floods claimed hundreds of lives and caused damage to roughly 70 percent of the city’s occupied housing. Learning how to prepare for a flood can mean the difference between safety and tragedy, so here are a few key points […]

August 31, 2015 By Wise Blog Team Disaster Preparedness, Emergency Preparedness, Resources Floods 0 Comments

DIY: First Aid Kit

Whether you live with others, have a family or you’re on your own, it’s important to have a first aid kit on hand in your home. In the event of an emergency—ranging from a serious natural disaster to a common household accident—a basic first aid kid can be a tremendous boon. While camping supply stores and emergency preparedness companies offer pre-assembled first aid kits, you can also make your own.
According to the Red Cross, it’s a good idea […]

June 17, 2015 By Wise Blog Team Disaster Preparedness, Emergency Preparedness, News disaster preparedness, DIY Emergency Prep, emergency kit 0 Comments

What Are Powdered Eggs?

Powdered eggs are particularly popular amongst campers, hikers, survivalists and preppers. But what exactly are powdered eggs? Well, to put it simply, powdered eggs are eggs that have been dehydrated and turned into an easy-to-store powder. Fresh eggs, which are obviously very tasty and also rich in protein, need to be refrigerated properly and quickly in order to prevent them from spoiling. If you’re in an emergency situation or if you’re camping somewhere fairly remote, then it’s entirely impractical […]

June 10, 2015 By Wise Blog Team Disaster Preparedness, Emergency Preparedness, Meal Planning, News disaster preparedness, emergency food, food preservation 0 Comments

What To Do During An Earthquake

The recent earthquakes in Nepal were truly devastating, as thousands of people lost their lives and countless homes were destroyed. Because parts of the United States are susceptible to earthquakes, such as the entirety of the west coast, it’s important for people to understand how to stay safe during an earthquake. Here are a few tips, sourced from the CDC, concerning what to do when you’re caught either outside or indoors during an earthquake.
Outdoors: If you’re outside when the […]

June 3, 2015 By Wise Blog Team Disaster Preparedness, Emergency Preparedness, Resources disaster preparedness, emergency planning, emergency preparation 0 Comments

San Andreas Movie: Would You Be Ready For “The Big One”?

In the upcoming film, “San Andreas,” the dreaded Big One finally strikes California, nearly tearing it apart completely (thankfully, though, The Rock is on hand to save the day). The film, which premieres nationwide on May 29, stars Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson as a tough-as-nails helicopter rescue pilot. After a massive 9.0-magnitude earthquake hits California, Johnson’s character heads from Los Angeles up to San Francisco to rescue his daughter, played by Alexandra Daddario—and, as expected, things go from bad […]

May 29, 2015 By Wise Blog Team Disaster Preparedness, Emergency Preparedness, Food Storage 0 Comments

How To Create Extra Space for Food Storage – 14 Ideas To Stretch A Small Footprint

If you’re living in an apartment or small house, finding the room for food storage can be a little tricky. And if you have kids, the problem compounds even more. What little space you have shrinks exponentially. But don’t give up hope! With a little creativity, there are likely some underutilized spaces in your home, that can easily be re-purposed for some extra food storage.
14 Places You Can Store Extra Food

Create False Bottoms in Cupboards: If you have low […]

December 12, 2014 By Dan Carpenter Disaster Preparedness, Emergency Preparedness, Food Storage 0 Comments

Wise Donates Emergency Meals to Aid Ebola Relief Efforts

Wise Company Donates Emergency Food Storage Meals to Aid Ebola Relief Efforts in Liberia
In response to the devastation wrought by Ebola in Liberia, Wise Company, a major producer of food storage and emergency food products, is sending a shipment of 8,640 servings of its long-term emergency food to assist in the relief effort.
Aaron Jackson, CEO of Wise, said the Company would immediately make ready a shipment of emergency entrees and breakfasts. These will be comprised of ready-made meals like […]

October 16, 2014 By Wise Blog Team Disaster Preparedness, Emergency Preparedness 0 Comments

Four Reasons You May Need a Water Purifier

Water is essential to survival and without it things can quickly go from bad to worse. In an emergency situation, whether you’re at home, traveling or camping, ensuring you have a supply of safe drinking water is a priority. Make sure you’re prepared for disaster by figuring out how you’ll stay hydrated in any situation.
1. You Like to Camp
One of the best ways to ensure a safe water supply on a camping trip is to carry it in, but […]

July 18, 2014 By Wise Blog Team Disaster Preparedness, Emergency Preparedness 0 Comments