Although it’s not pleasant to think about it, the truth is that a dangerous situation or emergency can happen at any time. Because this is the case, it’s crucial that you have some plans in place to ensure that, should the worst happen, you know how to keep your family safe. It’s also important to carry out reviews of your plans so that you know they’re always up to date and that your family are aware of them. With this in mind, what are the emergency plans that can really benefit your family? Read on to find out. 

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Fire 

Many people don’t know what to do in an emergency, and the thought of a fire in their house is scary. This is why having a clear evacuation plan makes people more ready and helps them stay calm in a situation that could be life-threatening.

In case of a fire or other emergency, your plan for getting out of the building helps you take back some control. It also lets you and the emergency services know who should have left the building and who might still be inside.

Bad Weather 

In any season, sudden and unpredictable weather events can cause a lot of damage to whole communities, and when it comes to personal loss, it can be huge. Your emergency plan should include storing potable water, enough non-perishable food for your family for at least four days, a backup supply of batteries, medications, and at least some cash. You should know what kinds of weather disasters are most likely to happen where you live and make plans for them.

Medical 

Severe medical problems can put a family on high alert. Everyone in the family should know what to do if a loved one has a seizure, heart attack, stroke, fall, or other potentially fatal event. Complete CPR training – you can test now online to ensure you all have the knowledge – and have physician emergency phone numbers visible in your house. If a family member needs an Epi-Pen or other medicine that might save their life, ensure everyone is properly taught and understands what to do in the event of a medical emergency.

Have Contact Plans And Details 

Family members are often separated during or after a large-scale evacuation during or after a crisis event. Make a strategy for communicating with one another if you get separated. Request that a trustworthy relative or friend who does not live in the region serve as a contact point for all family members to check in with so that information about everyone’s location and status can be relayed, especially because phone towers may become overloaded.

Home Emergencies 

Some emergencies aren’t exactly life-threatening, but they are still problematic. Anything that happens within the home, for example, such as a flood, broken plumbing, an electrical fault, and so in, should be treated as an emergency even if no one is in danger. It’s a good idea to have the contact details of all the professionals you’ll need to put things right. This includes a plumber, electrician, roofer, pest control expert, general contractor, gardener, and so on. Being able to contact reliable experts when you need them is crucial.

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Vicky Charles

Vicky is a single mother, writer and card reader.

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