Emergency Preparedness Tips & Survival Guides | Quake Kare Blog
Hurricane and Tornado Season: How to Prepare Before It Hits
Hurricane and tornado season can bring fast-changing weather, power outages, road closures, property damage, and emergency evacuations. While these storms are different in how they form and how much warning they provide, both require the same core habit: preparing before conditions become dangerous. The best time to build an emergency plan is before watches, warnings, […] ... Read More
Top 10 Survival Skills Everyone Should Know
Emergency preparedness is not only about having the right supplies. It is also about knowing how to respond when everyday systems are disrupted. During hurricanes, earthquakes, blackouts, winter storms, floods, wildfires, or other emergencies, practical survival skills can help people stay safer, calmer, and more self-sufficient. You do not need advanced wilderness training to improve […] ... Read More
How to Teach Kids About Emergency Preparedness Without Fear
Teaching kids about emergency preparedness can feel challenging. Parents, teachers, and caregivers want children to understand what to do during a disaster, but they also want to avoid creating fear or anxiety. The goal is not to make children worry about emergencies. The goal is to help them feel capable, informed, and supported. With the […] ... Read More
How to Keep Pets Safe in an Emergency
Pets are part of the family, and emergency preparedness plans should include them from the very beginning. During hurricanes, earthquakes, wildfires, winter storms, power outages, and evacuations, pets rely entirely on their owners for safety, shelter, food, water, and transportation. Preparing for pets in advance helps reduce stress and confusion during emergencies while improving safety […] ... Read More
How to Choose the Right Emergency Kit for Your Location
The best emergency kit is not one-size-fits-all. A household in an earthquake zone may need different supplies than a family preparing for tornadoes, hurricanes, winter storms, or extended blackouts. Your location, climate, home layout, transportation needs, and likely hazards should all guide the type of emergency kit you choose. Choosing the right emergency kit helps […] ... Read More
How Quake Kare Products Support the Lighthouse Mission
Emergency preparedness is about more than supplies. It is about protecting people, strengthening communities, and giving families, organizations, and responders the confidence to act when it matters most. At Quake Kare, that purpose is deeply connected to the mission of Lighthouse for the Blind – St. Louis. Quake Kare is a subsidiary of Lighthouse for the […] ... Read More
Behind the Scenes: Assembling an ER™ Survival Kit at Lighthouse for the Blind
Every emergency kit has a purpose before it ever reaches a home, classroom, workplace, or government facility. It is designed to help people prepare, protect, and respond when ordinary systems are disrupted. For Quake Kare, that purpose begins behind the scenes at Lighthouse for the Blind – St. Louis. Quake Kare is part of Lighthouse for […] ... Read More
How Quake Kare Meets FEMA and Red Cross Standards for Emergency Preparedness
When people shop for emergency kits, one of the most important questions is whether the supplies follow trusted preparedness guidelines. Families, schools, workplaces, and emergency planners need products that are practical, complete, and built around real emergency needs, not guesswork. Quake Kare emergency preparedness products are designed to support the core principles found in FEMA […] ... Read More
Travel Safety Tips for Teens and College Students After Graduation
Graduation season is an exciting milestone, often followed by travel, celebrations, and new experiences. Whether it’s a weekend trip with friends, a family vacation, or heading off to college, this time brings both opportunity and responsibility. Preparing for travel safety helps teens and college students enjoy these moments with confidence and peace of mind. This […] ... Read More
Emergency Essentials: What’s Missing from Most First Aid Kits
A first aid kit is one of the most important items in any emergency plan. It helps you respond to cuts, scrapes, burns, sprains, and other common injuries when quick care is needed. But while first aid kits are essential, they are not always complete emergency kits. In many homes, vehicles, schools, and workplaces, first […] ... Read More