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ASIC DISASTER SUPPLIES KIT The List was created by Flood.Gov

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A basic emergency supply kit could include the following recommended items:

Water, one gallon of water per person per day for at least three days, for drinking and sanitation Food, at least a three-day supply of non-perishable food Battery-powered or hand crank radio and a NOAA Weather Radio with tone alert and extra batteries for both Flashlight and extra batteries First aid kit Whistle to signal for help Dust mask to help filter contaminated air and plastic sheeting and duct tape to shelter-in-place Moist towelettes, garbage bags and plastic ties for personal sanitation Wrench or pliers to turn off utilities Manual can opener for food Local maps Cell phone with chargers, inverter or solar charger

Once you have gathered the supplies for a basic emergency kit, you may want to consider adding the following items:

♦Prescription medications and glasses ♦Infant formula and diapers ♦Pet food and extra water for your pet ♦Cash or traveler's checks and change ♦Important family documents such as copies of insurance policies, identification and bank account records in a waterproof, portable container. You can use the ♦Emergency Financial First Aid Kit (EFFAK) (PDF - 977Kb) developed by Operation Hope, FEMA and Citizen Corps to help you organize your information. ♦Emergency reference material such as a first aid book or free information from this web site. (See Publications) ♦Sleeping bag or warm blanket for each person. Consider additional bedding if you live in a cold-weather climate. ♦Complete change of clothing including a long sleeved shirt, long pants and sturdy shoes. Consider additional clothing if you live in a cold-weather climate. ♦Household chlorine bleach and medicine dropper – When diluted, nine parts water to one part bleach, bleach can be used as a disinfectant. Or in an emergency, you can use it to treat water by using 16 drops of regular household liquid bleach per gallon of water. Do not use scented, color safe or bleaches with added cleaners. ♦Fire extinguisher ♦Matches in a waterproof container ♦Feminine supplies and personal hygiene items ♦Mess kits, paper cups, plates, paper towels and plastic utensils ♦Paper and pencil ♦Books, games, puzzles or other activities for children See a full list of Supply's at flood.gov

EARTHQUAKES, Before, During and After
EARTHQUAKES This article was created by Flood.gov It is Shared here by Elite Water Damage and Restoration Inc. Inspire others to act by being an example yourself, Pledge to Prepare & tell others about it!

One of the most frightening and destructive phenomena of nature is a severe earthquake and its terrible aftereffects. An earthquake is the sudden, rapid shaking of the earth, caused by the breaking and shifting of subterranean rock as it releases strain that has accumulated over a long time.

For hundreds of millions of years, the forces of plate tectonics have shaped the earth, as the huge plates that form the earth’s surface slowly move over, under and past each other. Sometimes, the movement is gradual. At other times, the plates are locked together, unable to release accumulated energy. When the accumulated energy grows strong enough, the plates break free. If the earthquake occurs in a populated area, it may cause many deaths and injuries and extensive property damage.

Before an Earthquake

The following are things you can do to protect yourself, your family and your property in the event of an earthquake.

To begin preparing, you should build an emergency kit and make a family communications plan. Fasten shelves securely to walls. Place large or heavy objects on lower shelves. Store breakable items such as bottled foods, glass, and china in low, closed cabinets with latches. Fasten heavy items such as pictures and mirrors securely to walls and away from beds, couches and anywhere people sit. Brace overhead light fixtures and top heavy objects. Repair defective electrical wiring and leaky gas connections. These are potential fire risks. Get appropriate professional help. Do not work with gas or electrical lines yourself. Install flexible pipe fittings to avoid gas or water leaks. Flexible fittings are more resistant to breakage. Secure your water heater, refrigerator, furnace and gas appliances by strapping them to the wall studs and bolting to the floor. If recommended by your gas company, have an automatic gas shut-off valve installed that is triggered by strong vibrations. Repair any deep cracks in ceilings or foundations. Get expert advice if there are signs of structural defects. Be sure the residence is firmly anchored to its foundation. Store weed killers, pesticides, and flammable products securely in closed cabinets with latches and on bottom shelves. Locate safe spots in each room under a sturdy table or against an inside wall. Reinforce this information by moving to these places during each drill. Hold earthquake drills with your family members: Drop, cover and hold on.

Flood Water After a Disaster or Emergency
This article was created by Ready.gov This article is share by Elite Water Damage and Restoration Inc. When returning to your home after a storm like hurricane Sandy like or flood, be aware that flood water may contain sewage. Protect yourself and your family by following these steps:

Inside the Home Keep children and pets out of the affected area until the water damage cleanup has been completed. Wear rubber boots, rubber gloves, and goggles during cleanup of affected area. Remove and discard items that cannot be washed and disinfected (such as, mattresses, carpeting, carpet padding, rugs, upholstered furniture, cosmetics, stuffed animals, baby toys, pillows, foam-rubber items, books, wall coverings, and most paper products). Remove and discard drywall and insulation that has been contaminated with sewage or flood waters. Thoroughly clean all hard surfaces (such as flooring, concrete, molding, wood and metal furniture, countertops, appliances, sinks, and other plumbing fixtures) with hot water and laundry or dish detergent. Help the drying process by using fans, air conditioning units, and dehumidifiers. After completing the cleanup, wash your hands with soap and warm water. Use water that has been boiled for 1 minute (allow the water to cool before washing your hands). Or you may use water that has been disinfected for personal hygiene use (solution of ⅛ teaspoon [~0.75 milliliters] of household bleach per 1 gallon of water). Let it stand for 30 minutes. If the water is cloudy, use a solution of ¼ teaspoon (~1.5 milliliters) of household bleach per 1 gallon of water. Wash all clothes worn during the cleanup in hot water and detergent. These clothes should be washed separately from uncontaminated clothes and linens. Wash clothes contaminated with flood or sewage water in hot water and detergent. It is recommended that a laundromat be used for washing large quantities of clothes and linens until your onsite waste-water system has been professionally inspected and serviced. Seek immediate medical attention if you become injured or ill.

How to Choose a Restaurant (POS) Point of Sale system for Mac OS.
This article by Prosperity POS describes what a feature rich Point of Sale System for Mac OS should feel like. A Restaurant POS (Point of Sale) system for Mac should provides the following features: ♦Complete user control of food ordering and inventory management ♦Manage an unlimited amount of inventory items, this is important because your menu may grow or items on the menu may be seasonal. ♦Provide the ability to track multiple sizes for inventory items. ♦Provide an easy interface for maintaining perpetual inventories. ♦Recipes should cross-convert measurement units (eg: so you can use an ounce of vodka from a 750 mL bottle). ♦Inventory must be able to be manually adjusted to account for incoming, destroyed, or damaged goods. ♦The POS system should calculate inventory values using FIFO method of food management. ♦The POS should have multitude of management reports available.

Here is a short list of Restaurant POS for Mac OS providers for you to consider: −www.ProsperityPOS.com −www.lightspeedretail.com −www.merchantos.com −www.sollos.com

Mark Adler - Software Developer