During week eight you will be covering learning objective 14. Crisis Communications Based on user feedback I have changed the video presentations and instructional handouts to make them more memorable and user-friendly. As a Senior Infantry Drill Sergeant, making instructional online videos was not my strong point. Please let me know what you think. In … Read more
Hurricane Irma eyes the Florida Peninsula http://www.nbc-2.com/story/36250963/hurricane-irma-forecast-path-09-07-17-5pm I am sitting here writing this post while my Granddaughter packs an additional bag of clothing. We are in a mandatory evacuation zone and are preparing to leave by tomorrow. Checking all my lists and checking them twice. Till Next Time “Be Safe”
“The vast majority of people never prepare for even the possibility of an evacuation — when the moment arrives they’re often paralyzed with fear and indecision. In spite of all the dangers, people are usually reluctant to evacuate. Some think it’s better to ride out the crisis; others just grossly underestimate the risks.” https://www.offgridweb.com/preparation/the-10-most-neglected-but-essential-preps/ … Read more
Run from water, hide from the wind. Copyright: Daniel Kilburn The emergency/disaster is barreling down on you and you still have some time before it hits: Hurricanes, Severe Storms. The disaster struck without warning: Earthquake, Tornado, Technological, and Terrorist Attack. You waited too long and now the aftermath is too severe to remain in … Read more
