Earthquakes: Are You Ready for The BIG One?

Earthquakes are literally everywhere in the world, but California is known as ground zero when it comes to earthquakes and living with them is a way of life for Californians. Each year the state has approximately 10,000 earthquakes. These strong, powerful earthquakes have been increasing lately and without a proper earthquake kit at hand, they can be deadly. Residents should have one for home, car, pets, and kids.

Scientists have confirmed that there is a 99.7% chance there will be a major 6.7 magnitude or larger earthquake in the next 30 years in California. The state is definitely overdue and the clock is ticking for the next big one, they said. An earthquake this size in Southern California would cause maximum destruction and possibly massive deaths. Imagine if there was a major earthquake tomorrow. Would you have enough food, water, and emergency supplies for your family? Cash on hand as most credit cards/debit cards won't work? Safety and First Aid items, etc? Probably not if you do not plan ahead! Well, getting prepared is the first step. Getting prepared is relatively easy, you can buy an earthquake kit or build your own.

Earthquake Kits Should Include:

* Water - one gallon per person, per day (3-day supply for evacuation, 2-week supply for home)

* Food - non-perishable, easy-to-prepare items (3-day supply for evacuation, 2-week supply for home)

* Flashlight

* Battery-powered or hand-crank radio (NOAA Weather Radio, if possible)

* Extra batteries

* First aid kit

* Medications (7-day supply) and medical items

* Multi-purpose tool

* Sanitation and personal hygiene items

* Copies of personal documents (medication list and pertinent medical information, proof of address, deed/lease to home, passports, birth certificates, insurance policies)

* Cell phone with chargers

* Family and emergency contact information

* Extra cash

* Emergency blanket

* Map(s) of the area

For more information visit Emerge Kits www.emergekits.com or call 1-800-809-7757.