The authorities warned of possible catastrophes and asked the population to prepare. What are the elements that you recommend having yes or yes.
The government of United Kingdom launched a web page asking the population to prepare for “adverse weather conditions or other natural hazards“. Therefore, it is recommended to have a survival kit to be prepared for floods, power outages or a new pandemic.
The website that enabled the Government has the name of prepare.campaign.gov.uk. Upon entering, you can see that on the website you can obtain information about how to prepare for an emergencyinformation about the dangers and participate in activities to support the community.
The UK government’s recommendations
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According to the website, the objective of the site is advise the population so that they can take certain measures that “will make it easier to manage if an emergency occurs“.
In that sense, they recommend to the population that in the face of a unexpected event You can follow the following tips:
- Call 911.
- Be informed.
- Create an escape route in the event of a fire or flood in the home.
- Check the gas and electricity connections in the home.
- Get emergency supplies.
In turn, on the website you can find cSpecific advice for people with disabilities and caregivers.
Days ago, the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Rishi Sunak warned: “I am convinced that the coming years will be some of the most dangerous and, at the same time, most transformative that our country has ever known.” In addition, he assured that he will prioritize national security.
United Kingdom: the items they recommend having in the survival kit
On the English government website they recommend setting up a survival kit. Items may include:
- Battery flashlight: They are safer than candles.
- Portable Charger: to charge the cell phone.
- Battery or wind-up radio: to receive updates during a power outage; A car radio can be used, however in inclement weather conditions it may be safer to stay inside.
- Replacement batteries: for flashlights and radio. Have a backup battery for any medical equipment you depend on.
- A first aid kit: including items such as waterproof plasters, bandages, a thermometer, antiseptic, eye wash solution, sterile dressings and gloves, dressings and tweezers.
- Hand sanitizer and wet wipes for hygiene when there is no water.
- Bottled water : The World Health Organization recommends a minimum of 2.5 to 3 liters of drinking water per person per day to survive. Additional water may be needed to prepare baby formula, for medical devices, and for pets.
- Nonperishable food: that require no cooking, such as ready-to-eat canned meats, fruits, or vegetables (and a can opener). As with water, the amount you will need will vary depending on your own circumstances. Remember pet food.
- Baby supplies: like diapers and formula. For the latter, the best is the one that comes already prepared or “ready to drink”, since it may not be able to boil water.
Source: Ambito
