Grab 'n Go For Your Pet

Have you prepared your Pet's Grab 'n Go Kit?  

Pet Grab 'n Go Kit                    CHGetReady

Pet owners are responsible for their own pets

You will want to have the following items in your pet’s Grab ‘n Go Kit 

(items may vary depending on each pet’s needs)

·      5 day supply of pet food, and water

·      Appropriate food and water dishes

·      Can opener and disposable utensils

·      Blanket or towel

·      Pet hygiene items (brush, shampoo)

·      Pet carrier (s) with ID tag (include emergency contact numbers)

·      Collar/ID/leash

·      Sanitation items: litter box, litter, pooper scooper

·      Toys

·      If chipped, Name of Vet, Phone # and ID# of where they were chipped

Pet First Aid kit

This will take care of your pet for the first 5 days, basics only.  You may want to add the extras they are used to. A first aid kit containing the following items:

·      Five day supply of any medications or vitamins your pet is used to

·      Pet first aid manual

·      Names, addresses, telephone numbers of yourself, and out of state contact.  Also your local vet offices, including 24 hour clinics

·      Tape

·      Scissors

·      Antibacterial soap

·      Hydrogen Peroxide

 In a Grab ‘n Go Kit,  a two week supply of their regular food.  Upsets to their regular schedule creates digestive upsets as well.  Be prepared to calm them down by having the things they love and are comforted by.

Sources for Kerosene

Sources for Kerosene

Salt Lake City Area

Crus Oil Inc.
Petroleum Products/Kerosene
2260 South West Temple
SLC, Utah 8411-2631
801-466-8783
 800-658-8444
Crus Oil

Do You Have A Car Emergency Kit?

Country Road                        CHGetReady

Think about this................. It's 11:30 p.m. you're driving alone on a country road.  It is getting dark and you are passing through a place that is pretty desolate, instantly you know that something is wrong as your vehicle suddenly becomes difficult to steer. 

You ease the car to the side of the road. After getting out you check out the car, you see that the left rear tire is flat.

Under great circumstances you have an account with the Auto Club,  and hopefully, you have cell service.  If not, you're either faced with having to stop a passing motorist to ask for help, if you have the good fortune of anyone on the road.  Otherwise, you may be spending the night in the boonies. 

Unless, of course, you have taken the time to prepare, and have a well-stocked emergency roadside kit in your car, along with a tool kit and a grab 'n Go Kit. YEA!

Whenever traveling any distance, a roadside emergency kit can mean the difference between getting back on the road quickly and efficiently or being stuck for who knows how long. 

A well stocked roadside emergency kit is the one item every vehicle should have, however, most of us never carry any of the basic items needed to get back on the road quickly and safely.

Let's change that.  Make plans to stock the trunk of your vehicles with the needed items.  You will have greater peace of mind knowing you have supplies that will give you options should you ever have a challenge with your vehicle as you travel. Also, consider your car's battery life as in an emergency you may need to run the radio or heater for extended periods of time.

Use your trunk space to store your supplies                   CHGetReady

Think of your car's trunk as a big steel supply cabinet.  Even if you are at home when a disaster strikes, and your home is well stocked, you may still need the supplies in your car. Or your home may not be safe to enter.

Pre-assembled emergency roadside kits are available. (See the internet for more choices). These kits contain the basics in a small carrier, although you may want to ramp up their efficiency by adding more of the items listed below to suit your needs.

Before you have to use your kit in any emergency, get familiar with the items you've collected and practice using them properly.  

Take all precautions, and make wise choices.  Night time is very challenging for oncoming traffic to see anyone without light.  Stopping to change a tire in the high-speed lane is an accident waiting to happen.  Be sure to put out your triangle and flares.  Use your tools and supplies. Remember, most importantly is your own good judgment.

There isn't a "one tool bag for every emergency fits all." However, a little planning and wise organization of trunk space, having your own emergency roadside kit may save the day.

Keeping your car mechanically sound makes sense as a leaking exhaust system could be fatal. Yearly inspections and registration will help you keep it in tip top shape.  Rotating tires, keeping fluid levels up and change wipers, when needed. Keep your vehicle clutter free.    

                     ALWAYS KEEP YOUR GAS TANK AT LEAST ½ FULL 
You will thank yourself the first time you are stuck in a traffic jam or in bad weather. 

                 Create that good habit now, when the tank gets to 1/2, Fill 'er up!!!

Full Tank of gas                                                           CHGetReady

If you choose to make your own kits, take a look at the list below to assist you in getting started or updated.

 Your Basic Car Emergency Kits will include:

12-ft jumper cable (heavy gauge), at least four 15-minute roadside flares, light sticks, matches, lighter, Emergency Roadside Triangles, extra fuses, tire inflation pump, can of Fix -A- Flat, tire pressure gauge, roll of duct tape, emergency radio, solar/emergency charger, small fire extinguisher, Help sign, pen and paper, rags, tow rope/chain 

Your Tool Bag includes:

Flat head screwdrivers, Phillips head screwdrivers, pliers, vise grips, adjustable wrench, wire cutters,  saw, wire brush

Place Under The Front Seats:

Escape hammer, seat belt knife, flashlight and extra batteries, window scraper w/brush

In the trunk:

Blanket, two qts of oil, small shovel, bottled water, umbrella, urinal, toilet paper, feminine hygiene supplies (women), extra diapers (babies, toddlers)

Your First Aid Kit: 

Assortment of bandages, several rolls of gauze, adhesive tape, antiseptic cream, Neosporin, instant ice and heat compresses, scissors, quick clot, splints, Ibuprofen, bandannas for slings, essential oils (first aid), roll of paper towels, wet wipes, safety pins, ace bandages, blood pressure cuff, defibrillator, suturing supplies, stethoscope, CPR face shield or mask,  latex or non-latex gloves, sterile water

Grab ‘n Go Car Bag:

Leather man, pocket knife, Bottled water, small filter, Shoes, socks, or boots,Coat, hat, gloves, Poncho/Rain gear, Compass, Rope (24’), Energy bars, freeze dried food pouches, nuts, $25.00 worth bills and change, Head lamp for hands free, Solar powered phone charger* (opt)

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                      Prepare your Family for Life’s Unforeseen Adventures

                                         Simple Steps  - Habits of Success and Peace

        

Create your own family plan of obtaining supplies and developing the skills needed to use your new equipment.  With your neighbors, and as you prepare, work together with your neighborhood to create a Neighborhood Plan

                               You get to design your destiny, create what you want

                                                         Just Get It Done This Year  

·       Store enough water for every person in your family to have 1 gal per day for a couple of weeks (if possible), store extra for cleaning and sanitation (invest in a good water filter to stretch your capacity)
Water Storage 

·       Store food you like and eat regularly, start w/1-3 month supply and progress to a 12-month supply.  Also, store long term, nutrient dense food, grains, beans, meds, seeds, herbs etc
Emergency Food Storage 

·       Have alternative cooking equipment and supplies at your home; use it throughout the year, building your skills.  Teach your family so they gain skills too ;-)

·       Make a 72 second kit for every member of your family (under bed, jeans, shirt, sweatshirt, socks, boots, leather gloves, head lamp or flash light)  What Is A 72 Second Kit?

·       Put a Grab ‘n Go Kit together for every member of your family, including pets, check it yearly and make appropriate adjustments (include ID) Why Do I Need A Grab' n Go Bag?

·       Make Grab ’n Go Kits for the office, car, school, and work for your family
 Grab 'n Go For Kids At School
Grab 'n Go For The Office

·       Make sure your car is equipped w/tools, flashlights, (boots and coats in the winter) water, some food, and supplies that you could use if you were to become stranded

·       Keep you car tuned up, and fuel tank not less than ½ full at all times
Do You Have A Car Emergency Kit?  

·       Keep sleeping bags, tents and alternative cooking supplies and equipment in good repair and ready for use

·       Have a sanitation kit.  Know how to use it   Sanitation

·       Have an alternative laundry kit, know how to use it (sewing supplies also)
 Do You Have A Laundry Kit?

·       Have alternative heat and light sources available for you in your home and know how to use the equipment properly. Consider solar Alternative Heat 
Alternative Light

·       Secure Your Water Heater heater so it won’t tip over

·       Put your pictures and important documents on a n external drive and on a flash drive or

·       Know where your important documents are, keep them together
Grab 'n Go Kit Details 

·       Learn how to shelter in place and gather your supplies so you are ready
Shelter in Place 

·       Attend to your spiritual preparedness daily

·       Save some money for a rainy day, preferably an emergency fund starting w/$1000.00 in savings (for emergencies ONLY) if used, replace ASAP

·       Get to know your neighbors! Become a Block Captain, HAM Radio Operator or Precinct Leader, Get your CERT Training, First Aid and CPR Training

·       Attend City Quarterly Trainings to get the basics of Organizing your Neighborhood, Communication in your neighborhood and the city, CERT Training, work together to purchase and stock your Neighborhood Emergency Trailer, Neighborhood Watch Training and much more

·       Get the basics done.   Satisfaction is the result of knowing you are part of the solution, YOU ARE PREPARED FOR THE MANY ADVENTURES OF LIFE

·     Embrace Chaos, (see where you are now and) Celebrate Order (as you complete your preparations)

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Get This Done This Year

What Are Emergency Ribbons?

                       What are Emergency Ribbons and why do we need them?

These are Emergency Ribbons.  They would be used if there were a wide spread emergency that caused damage to your home or family, like an earthquake or other natural disaster.

After checking your home and securing your family so they are safe, you would post the applicable ribbon of your circumstance on the doorknob,  light fixture or light post so that your Block Captain would see what is happening in your household.

This is our Emergency Ribbon Supplier
 

Custom Caution Tape
1-813-715-1314
www.customcautiontape.com
 sales@customcautiontape.com

Tie it on your doorknob

Tie it on your light fixture

 The Block Captain reports your ribbon color you post to the Precinct Comms (Communication Person) via walkie talkie, HAM radio, or by foot, where it is recorded. 

Then the Precinct Comms reports to the District Comms. The District Comms reports to the City via HAM Radio, Packet,  D-Star or any other system they have set up.

Emergency Ribbon status being reported in your Precinct

In your neighborhood, this information is very useful.  As the information is received at the Command Post already set up in your neighborhood by your Precinct Leader and Precinct Comms (per your neighborhood emergency plan already in place), it is clear to see what areas of your neighborhood is hit the hardest and which ones are ok.  

The information will be used to dispatch your your neighborhood CERT Search and Rescue Team by the Precinct Leader and Comms.

Take a CERT Training Course

Take a HAM Radio Class

Remember.....

You may be on your own for the first 5 days    following a large scale disaster or event.

When the information gets to the city, via HAM Radio, it will populate a map that the GIS Specialist of the City has already set up.  Through the process of receiving that information, areas hit the hardest will populate the map of the city.  Dispatch priority will be clear.

Calling 911 will not be an option, as lines will be jammed.  Responsibility lies with each individual family, neighborhood (Precinct).

On a family level, preparations for your Grab 'n Go Bag is vital.

Also, storing a month's worth of extra food for your family is always a good idea.
Store water in your home with the ability to filter it for usage.
Get to know your neighbors. You may even want to volunteer to become a Block Captain for your neighbors.

Take a CERT Training Course to be part of your Neighborhood CERT Search and Rescue Team.
A First Aid Class or a CPR Training will be of great value in an emergency no matter where you are when any emergency happens.

The City of Cottonwood Heights has taken the responsibility of purchasing supplies for  Emergency Ribbons for it's residents.

Emergency Ribbons will be distributed to Cottonwood Heights residents through their District and Precinct Leader from the City Manager
Block Captains will receive Emergency Ribbons from their Precinct Leader.

Block Captains will deliver Emergency Ribbons to all the neighbors on their block explaining their usage.

Block Captains may check with the Precinct Leader to obtain ribbons for new move ins.

Emergency Ribbons will be used every year for Shake-Out currently held in April.  Precincts may use them for practice drills so be sure to keep them.

Store your Emergency Ribbons in a ziplock bag and tape it to the inside of a kitchen cabinet that you see all the time and will remember in the event it is needed.