When was the last time you saw one of these?!? (Bonus points for the double).
Nice work OEMC in restoring this historic piece.
Like the NE, I kinda wish Chicago had maintained these pull stations as a legacy backup for emergencies.
It’s Friday in the fourth week of 2014 National Preparedness Month.
“Be Disaster Aware, Take Action to Prepare”
Ahhh, Aloha Fridays!
This week’s theme is consistent with FEMA’s National Preparedness Campaign: Practice for an emergency
#26: Are ALL your emergency flashlights working? Test em if you got em! #Prepared2014 #NatlPrep
Since it’s a beautiful day, I would be a great day to test all your flashlights.
A few weeks ago, I talked about having flashlights in case of an emergency. Now would be the time to test and make sure each flashlight is in working condition.
Don’t forget about your helmet lights too!
And for my friends in the law enforcement world, don’t forget to check all your weapon lights too.
*I also had to change the batteries in my EOTech too.
Your preparedness actions now will definitely save you time during an emergency.
Reminder again, throw away all candles. Candles are dangerous and can start fires. Flashlights are WAY better for lighting.
Happy Aloha Friday everyone!
It’s Thursday in the third week of 2014 National Preparedness Month
“Be Disaster Aware, Take Action to Prepare”
#TBT #TapeBackThursdays ? Or am I trying too hard to make fetch happen?
This week’s theme is consistent with FEMA’s National Preparedness Campaign: Build an Emergency Kit
#18: This emergency preparedness kit multipurpose item literally sticks to everything #Prepared2014 #NatlPrep #TBT
Before a disaster, duct tape can be used to shore up many structural components as well as loose items around the house. This includes securing windows from cracking, enhancing doors, even sealing up the cracks in case you have to shelter-in-place duct tape does a lot!
Now duct tape has been used for a few redic things too.
Great practical joke, but c’mon.
And trust me when I say every emergency manager has duct tape in their go kit. Therefore, you should too.
To aid in your preparedness, I would suggest having two rolls of duct tape in different colors. This way, you can distinguish your tape from others (i.e. layers) and also be able to use your duct tape as identification markers. Here’s an example of just one way to use duct tape to easily identify your stuff – my flat head ax.
Um, I hear that the airline industry also uses duct tape for operations…I mean identification too.
However you use duct tape, keep at least two different color rolls in each emergency preparedness kit.
It would be worth noting that the Duck Tape Headquarters is located right here in NE Ohio and of course Avon Ohio is known as the Duck Tape Capital of the World.
During an emergency, stick together! (see what I did there?)
Rainy/gloomy Saturday, and I’m closing out the first week of 2014 National Preparedness Month!
“Be Disaster Aware, Take Action to Prepare”
Saturday Stuff right?
This week’s theme is consistent with FEMA’s National Preparedness Campaign: Reconnect with Family After a Disaster.
#6: Have at least two (2) flashlights w/ batteries to help navigate in the dark & keep your family together #NatlPrep #Prepared2014
Pictured above is just one of the three flashlights that I keep in my everyday bag.
Reconnecting with my family after a disaster means that I have preparedness items for them too. It would be worth noting that each flashlight uses the same type of batteries and all operate/function the same (rear push button and twist-on action). This brand and similar power source compatibility allows everyone to have the same gear.
2 is 1 and one is none right? Well, I guess in this case, it’s 3 is 1 and one is none.
For those inquiring on my equipment specifics, I have a Surefire M2 Centurion, a Surefire A2 Aviator, and a Surefire G2 Nitrolon.
Also, a simple red tape marking allows us to easily identify what equipment is ours.
At night, a great flashlight allow you to quickly identify your family members amongst the sea of cheap weaker flashlights in the neighborhood. Trust me, at night, you want the best most powerful flashlights around.
So have flashlights and batteries ready for all members of your family.
Keeping tools ready for your family is another important parts of keeping your family together during and after a disaster.
Whether on a holiday (Columbus Day) or Federal mandatory furlough, today is a great day to make and update/check your Emergency Supply Kit.
What to include? What to keep? What to have?
Some items you want to include in your kit are:
And I’d bet you have most of these items around your house ready to go.
So gather your things and get ready…because I guarantee you these few things will help you during the next a disaster or emergency.
@rusnivek
