National Preparedness Month: Emergencies

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Mark Weber, Blaine County Health Department

420A Ohio,Chinook, MT 59523, 406-357-2345

As we continue with our series for National Preparedness Month, it’s time to start thinking about how to take care of ourselves in the event of emergencies.

As mentioned in earlier articles, fire, flood, winter storms or extended power outages can and do occur too frequently. They may be widespread or only affect you and your home. In any case, it’s too late to put things together when the emergency is already upon you.

Below you will find listed the minimum items you should have on hand t...