Get prepared while you still can.

There's a resistance for people to talk about things that make them feel guilty. When natural disasters happen, it's easier not to feel guilty about it.

Walter Mosley

The man does better who runs from disaster than he who is caught by it.

Homer

Emergencies can evolve very quickly and many are unprepared for the consequences.  Whether caused by rogue banksters or Mother Nature, it makes sense to be prepared.  The Economic Collapse Blog offers 12 lessons learned from Hurricane Irene.

#1 Disasters And Emergencies Are Inherently Unpredictable

#2 During A Major Disaster Store Shelves Become Empty Very Rapidly

#3 Always Have A "Go Bag" Ready

#4 Know Your Escape Routes And Always Have Maps Of The Area In Your Vehicle

#5 During A Major Disaster Or Emergency There Is A Good Chance That You Will Lose Power For An Extended Period Of Time

#6 Have Enough Water Stored Up

#7 During A Natural Disaster, Major Transportation Routes May Be Shut Down

#8 Have Respect For The Sheer Power Of Natural Disasters

#9 Living Near Water Can Be Very Dangerous

#10 During A Major Disaster Bring In All Objects From Outside

#11 Have A Plan But Be Flexible

#12 If You Wait Until Disaster Strikes To Prepare It Is Too Late

http://theeconomiccollapseblog.com/

Not sure about an economic collapse?  See this article.  It will get much worse before it gets better.

Be Prepared

The Motto of the Boy Scouts of America

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If you pick up a starving dog and make him prosperous, he will not bite you.

That is the difference between dog and man.

Mark Twain