Lorrie Streeter
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Emergency Survival - Myth vs. Reality
It is a common misconception that when faced with an emergency situation, the adrenalin will take over and you will automatically know what to do. A nice thought, but very often not true. Even though the adrenalin does start to flow, it is more likely to create panic. It is much better to KNOW what to do in an emergency situation due to planning, preparation and practice. Some things that may seem obvious to us when... (posted by Lorrie 3 years 105 days ago.)
It is a common misconception that when faced with an emergency situation, the adrenalin will take over and you will automatically know what to do. A nice thought, but very often not true. Even though the adrenalin does start to flow, it is more likely to create panic. It is much better to KNOW what to do in an emergency situation due to planning, preparation and practice. Some things that may seem obvious to us when... (posted by Lorrie 3 years 105 days ago.)
Winter Emergency Preparedness - Heres Comes Suzy Snowflake!
It's that time of year again! Winter! It can be enjoyable with all the outdoor recreational opportunities it brings. It can also be dangerous when severe winter storms come roaring in bringing freezing temperatures, heavy snow, strong winds and poor visibility. Snowstorms occur regularly every winter throughout the northern hemisphere. Although the first snowfall can cover the world in a... (posted by Lorrie 3 years 181 days ago.)
It's that time of year again! Winter! It can be enjoyable with all the outdoor recreational opportunities it brings. It can also be dangerous when severe winter storms come roaring in bringing freezing temperatures, heavy snow, strong winds and poor visibility. Snowstorms occur regularly every winter throughout the northern hemisphere. Although the first snowfall can cover the world in a... (posted by Lorrie 3 years 181 days ago.)
Tornado Emergency Preparedness - You're Not in Kansas Anymore!
Those of you who are old enough to remember the classic movie The Wizard of Oz , will remember the feeling of terror Dorothy felt after discovering the "twister" had taken her far from her home in Kansas. Although the Land of Oz and Dorothy's experiences there were pure imagination, the effects of a tornado can be devastatingly real. Tornadoes , violent windstorms generally characterized... (posted by Lorrie 3 years 210 days ago.)
Those of you who are old enough to remember the classic movie The Wizard of Oz , will remember the feeling of terror Dorothy felt after discovering the "twister" had taken her far from her home in Kansas. Although the Land of Oz and Dorothy's experiences there were pure imagination, the effects of a tornado can be devastatingly real. Tornadoes , violent windstorms generally characterized... (posted by Lorrie 3 years 210 days ago.)
Camping Safety Preparedness – Life in the Great Outdoors!
Outdoor living can be a fun, relaxing and exhilarating time for all. There are so many different summer activities that family and friends can enjoy together camping, hiking, swimming, and water-skiing are just a few of the possibilities. Unfortunately, each year people either lose their lives or are very seriously injured from tent fires, wildlife attacks, insect bites, sunstroke, thunder... (posted by Lorrie 3 years 277 days ago.)
Outdoor living can be a fun, relaxing and exhilarating time for all. There are so many different summer activities that family and friends can enjoy together camping, hiking, swimming, and water-skiing are just a few of the possibilities. Unfortunately, each year people either lose their lives or are very seriously injured from tent fires, wildlife attacks, insect bites, sunstroke, thunder... (posted by Lorrie 3 years 277 days ago.)
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