It's a Disaster! .And What Are YOU Gonna Do About It? (3rd Edition)

The entire manual was reorganized so the information flows easier for consumers. Section 1 now has all Family information, checklists, Emergency Plan templates, and suggestions for Kits (both Disaster Kits to "grab and go" during a disaster situation and First Aid Kits). Section 2 now contains all disaster topics (from Avalanches to Winter Storms) but all BEFORE tips are 2-color format like DURING and AFTER tips in previous Editions. Some other additions include Air Quality Mitigation (i.e. tips on carbon monoxide, mold & radon), Household Chemical emergencies, Safford-Simpson Scale with storm surge data (for hurricanes), Fujita Scale (for tornadoes), plus many others. Section 3 has all Basic First Aid tips now (from Bites & Stings to Strokes) along with some new topics like West Nile, ticks, and SARs. Section 4 still contains American and Canadian Red Cross information plus U.S. and Canadian Federal, Provincial, and State Emergency Contact information for citizens. There are also many new "Additional Resources & Web sites" with some specific ones flagged for Educators, Schools, & Kids. The more the public is prepared for a disaster, the less strain it places on North American First Responders. This manual helps families and individuals "be aware… be prepared… and have a plan" for most types of emergencies, first aid needs, and natural or man-made disasters before they strike. It provides an excellent easy-to-use resource for all family members… from children to seniors.