We don’t pray for disasters or emergencies but when they come, we are always thankful that we thought forward and composed a disaster first aid kit of some kind. Disaster first aid kits will vary for each individual or family. The contents will depend on what is thought to be more important. As much as we would like to put in all the tools and equipment needed for all kinds of emergencies, this is not possible. Composing a disaster kit involves a lot of thinking and planning.

We can compose our own kits or we can buy them ready made from the medical supply store, hardware or grocery. Because a disaster presupposes hurricanes, earthquakes, floods, fires and similar eventualities, our kit should contain supplies for treating emergency medical needs at least until help comes around. A working flashlight with batteries, some cutting implements and blankets should be included in the kit. A basic kit should be able to service a family but it will be a bonus if the kit should be able to service more people. In times of emergencies, we never know who and how many will be affected.