Living in hurricane country we always keep food stocked up in the summer to
avoid the rush.  I've been keeping us stocked up now even in winter.  The
new packets for tuna are great as they don't need a can opener, they've got
them for chicken now.  Saw some camping cooking tips such as soaking rice,
pasta, and/ or beans during the day to keep cooking to a minimum and have
food available for the evening meal.

Beth t the ot

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From: St. John's University Cerebral Palsy List
[mailto:[log in to unmask]]On Behalf Of Cleveland, Kyle E.
Sent: Monday, February 24, 2003 11:29 AM
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Subject: Re: American Red Cross and FEMA's page links


Thanks, Meir!

Based on what I know so far, I would take preparedness very
seriously---especially if you live in large urban areas or close to military
installations.  Stock up on as much water as you can.  It doesn't have to be
store-bought bottled water.  It can be saved straight from the tap.  The
point is, save as much as you can, and when you think you have enough, get
more!

For food, save an appropriate mix of carbs, protiens and fats.  Peanut
butter and crackers are great for this.  Minimize the items that need to be
cooked as you don't know if utilities will be there or not.  Don't waste
your money on MREs (the military's "Meals: Ready to Eat".  You can make your
own much cheaper with better flavor.

Again, though, take preparedness seriously.  It's much better to have it and
never need it than to need it ands not have it.

-Kyle

-----Original Message-----
From: Meir Weiss [mailto:[log in to unmask]]
Sent: Monday, February 24, 2003 11:15 AM
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Subject: American Red Cross and FEMA's page links


Kyle I can handle that one

American Red Cross
American Red Cross offers biomedical, blood-donation, disaster, and
emergency services. Check the press room and learn about how to donate
or volunteer.
www.redcross.org

FEMA - Preparation & PreventionAccess Federal Emergency Management
Agency documents on floods, fires, earthquakes, hurricanes, tornadoes,
and other natural disasters.
www.fema.gov/library/prepandprev.shtm

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Sent: Monday, February 24, 2003 10:59
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Subject: Re: A Sad Week...


Kat,

That's a pretty decent site.  Others are the American Red Cross and
FEMA's page.  I'll post thje URLs when I get a chance.

-Kyle

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From: Kat [mailto:[log in to unmask]]
Sent: Friday, February 21, 2003 3:05 PM
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Subject: A Sad Week...



On a slightly more reassuring (!) note, the government has put up a
website for making yourself ready for enemy attack - and there is a
section for those with disabilities:
http://www.ready.gov/special_needs_items.html
I'm sure Kyle knows more about this sort of thing than most of us do.

Kat