by Barbara Latta
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| Several people were killed by tornadoes last week. |
Tornadoes in Texas killed several people and caused widespread damage to property. Flooding in several states, including my home town in Arkansas, abounded last week. Most of the time we do not think about the possibility of evacuation, but a few tips and preparedness can save us a lot of heartache if we will plan ahead.
In the event of a disaster that does not require leaving the
home, living for days or weeks without electricity can be a possibility. Pre-planning can
avoid scarcity and empty shelves. If homes do not have electrical power,
neither will the stores, banks, ATM’s or gas stations.
The following steps can be a start in the preparation
process:
