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Emergency Preparedness Tips for People With Disabilities


Monday, August 31, 2015


Every year, hundreds of disasters, both natural and man-made, occur across the United States. There’s no telling when or where a disaster will strike, so it’s extremely important to be prepared both at home and while on the go...
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Summer Safety Guide for the Family


Wednesday, June 10, 2015


It’s finally that time of year we’ve all been waiting for. Longer days, warmer temperature and bright sunshine make these next few months a glorious paradise for anybody who likes to spend time outdoors. I’m talking about summer, of course, and while this warm-weather season has its many perks, there are safety hazards that should not be overlooked, especially if you have young ones tagging along for the fun...
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The Best Foods to Stockpile for an Emergency


Thursday, January 22, 2015


It’s always best to be prepared in case of the worst. A variety of emergency scenarios – natural disasters, viral outbreaks, or large-scale accidents – can lead to unstable fallout. Should you be forced to deal with the worst case outcome in a situation like this – with no access to groceries, drinks or any other kind of supplies – you need to prepare the food stocks you need in advance...
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Protecting Yourself & Your Family from the Flu


Friday, November 17, 2017


Influenza, also known as the flu, can be caused by three types of upper respiratory viruses: Influenza A, B and C. Influenza A - This is the most complicated of the flus because it has more than 30 known subtypes that can infect animals as well as humans. Currently, only two of these subtypes circulate the human population, however, because subtypes are constantly undergoing small genetic changes, Influenza A has the potential to lead to worldwide outbreaks known as pandemics...
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10 of Our Favorite Survival Products


Wednesday, February 25, 2015


Want to make sure your home or office is stocked with essential emergency products? At SOS Survival Products, we proudly provide our customers with the best and most necessary items to help you stay safe in the event of a disaster. In our store and online, we carry thousands of products from first aid kits to blankets to food rations. For those interested in the hot items right now and what we particularly deem essential, here is a list of our favorite survival products...
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Extreme Heat Safety


Thursday, July 19, 2018


Welcome to Summer! With reports of heatwaves already sweeping the nation, chances are it'll be another brutally hot season. Depending on where you're located, you might already be experiencing daily highs in the mid to upper 90s or more, and as August swiftly approaches, these temperatures will only increase. Heat safety is a serious issue that deserves your attention. Practicing proper precautions could save your life...
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El Niño Preparation


Monday, December 14, 2015


Every two to five years, El Niño – an irregularly occurring and complex series of climatic changes – occurs and causes unseasonable weather in many regions across North and South America. This year, the climate changes strike again, and the 2015 El Niño is expected to be among the strongest ever recorded...
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CERT Kits Protect Communities in Emergency Circumstances


Monday, August 18, 2014


CERT stands for Community Emergency Response Teams. Individuals serving on CERT teams are authorized to respond immediately in the case of a natural disaster or other community emergencies...
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