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The Importance of an Emergency Supply Station in Your Home

Emergencies are spontaneous. If you’ve been following our blog, then you already understand the importance of being prepared and having access to the proper supplies and tools when an emergency occurs.

You don’t have to look far for examples, over the last few years we’ve seen first-hand the destruction and terror that can arise from these events. Sometimes emergency scenarios happen before there is any time to fully prepare. Knowing this, it’s not only just about having the right gear and supplies but also having everything organized in a way that makes your emergency supplies easily accessible for when you really do need them. The last thing you should be worrying about when in the face of a disaster is where you stocked your First Aid Kit.

That’s why, at Cyalume, we believe preparation and organization go hand-in-hand. Whether or not you are fully stocked on disaster and emergency supplies, if you can’t get to those supplies in time, or if they are lost or inaccessible, then what is the point?

The best solution to avoid this potential preparation error is creating a “survival station” at home. A survival station is a designated place in your home that is accessible to everyone can be utilized as the main location and storing area for any needed supplies. The most important part about your supply closet is the location. Look for a storage closet or cabinet area closest to an exit on entryway. With disasters, there’s always the possibility that you may have to evacuate your residence and it’s imperative to you and your family’s well-being that you can easily and efficiently grab your disaster or emergency pack and head out.

Once you pick the best place to set up your supply station, it’s time to stock it with everything you may need moving forward. Just like you would stock your emergency pack, make sure you include the essentials:

• Food
• Water
• First Aid
• Lighting
• Utensils
• Emergency Documents & Cash
• More

Remember to designate enough supplies and gear for each person in your family. In fact, for the ultimate preparation, set aside an area in your supply closet to store emergency back packs (survival bags) for each person in the family, so in case you’re forced to evacuate in a rush, everyone can quickly grab theirs and go.

You can never be too sure when preparing for the worst. Set up your supply station at home today to ensure safety for your family tomorrow!