Tag: emergency kit

Emergency preparedness for your car, Seattle Squeeze edition

January 7, 2019.Reading time 6 minutes.

The Seattle Squeeze is coming, and locals are gearing up for what could be the one traffic jam to rule them all. In case you’ve been in a news and social media blackout (and these days, who could blame you), this will be the period starting January 11 through early February when SR 99 is […]

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Do it for your furry buddy: Emergency preparedness and pets

September 28, 2017.Reading time 8 minutes.

We get it. You’re busy, and getting ready for a disaster is not at the top of your priorities. But pet-owners, just take a look at those big trusting eyes of your furry (or scaly or feathered) friends and think about doing it for them. Recent disasters in the U.S. show that people will endanger […]

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5 Tips on How to Prepare for a Disaster on a Budget

September 19, 2017.Reading time 5 minutes.

Whenever I think about emergency preparedness, it sounds like a lot of work and a lot of money. When money is tight, it’s hard to make emergency preparedness a priority. Since it is National Preparedness Month, I decided to find ways to help save money while preparing for an emergency. Here are a few tips […]

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