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Know who to call when disaster strikes.

Most people have made up their mind that a disaster is not ever going to happen to them. It is not if, it is when, so prepare now — while the sun is shining. Interview and check out contractors that specialize in disaster restoration. Do your research now, before the storm, and you will be way ahead of the game when disaster strikes!

Determine safe room for entire community

It is very important to rehearse where you will go in the event you need a safe spot in your home or community. Interior rooms with no windows are preferred. Know ahead of time where to go and what to do.

ITEMS NEEDED

1 Can Crisco

1-3 Wicks (need to be longer than height of can, cut to match)

INSTRUCTIONS

1)  Open a can of Crisco. The bigger the can, the better.

2) Insert the candle wick into the center of the can of Crisco. If the can has a large diameter, multiple wicks can be inserted. Leave a quarter of an inch of wick showing above the Crisco to make sure the flame is a manageable size. 

3) Even out the top of the Crisco so the candle is smooth.

4) Light the wick and enjoy the candle.

Original Source: http://greatnorthernprepper.wordpress.com/2012/05/08/how-to-make-an-everlasting-candle-from-crisco/

Know Facts about Your Lift Station

If you own your lift station and it does not have a generator, get it pre-wired to accept one immediately. If the city owns the lift station and there is not a generator connected to it, call the city and ask about their plan should the power go out. If these fail, the problems caused are not pretty!

Evacuation Transportation

Is your community bus’s maintenance up to snuff?  Can it hold all of your residence?  If not you may want to look into setting up a contract with a third party transportation service.  Having this relationship set up can be extremely valuable if you are required to evacuate.