I love living in the NW and was thrilled when we moved back six years ago, fully aware that we were relocating to a hotbed of possible natural disasters. Mt. Rainier. The Cascadia Subduction Zone. The Pacific Ring of Fire. No matter how you spell it or what you call it, it's real.
The true reality struck on our first drive through the Puyallup valley from Tacoma. A fantastic network of public awareness signs had been set up pointing out the volcano escape routes.
That's unnerving to say the least! This did in fact feed my neurosis and has since driven MANY a major decision for me!
There are any number of additional reasons to be prepared and it is great to hear it being proclaimed to the general public. The '3 Days, 3 Ways' Web site is managed by the King County Office of Emergency Management, and it invites one and all to prepare in three ways: make a plan, build a kit, and get involved. A plethora of informational resources!!
Their Web site also suggests becoming ready to survive for at least '3 Days.' There are several scenarios: in place at home, school or work or on the go. Being the owner of a significant supply of the basics and multiple 72-hour kits (one for each member of the family!) I feel that our family has a good start.
Are you ready? It's not an easy thing to do and can be very overwhelming at best. In addition to these government resources I have tapped into my ecclesiastic support system as well as other internet sites. Take a peek and "GET READY!"
