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Disaster Prep
updated: Mar 22, 2011, 6:44 AM

Where is the best place around to stock up on disaster preparedness supplies?

Places People Are Talking About:

Albertsons	Amazon.com	Costco
Custom Cartridge	Go to Far West	Goleta Valey Gun
Home Depot	K-Mart	OSH
Red Cross	Trader Joe's

What People Are Saying:

SMARTYPANTS	2011-03-22 06:58 AM
I buy cup o noodles and canned fruit cocktail at Costco and then give it away to one of the Thanksgiving food drives in November if it is not used for food after a disaster. These things are donated way before the expiration date by the way!
SHOREBIRD	2011-03-22 07:22 AM
Ccrane.com for hand crank radios and flashlights
COMMENT 156446P	2011-03-22 07:31 AM
Any one place to get everything will be pricey. Army supply stores are good places for things like hypothermia blankets and small first aid kits. They tend to be less expensive than places like CVS. They also usually have those breakable glow sticks. But generally, we make up kits from stuff from all over.
COMMENT 156449	2011-03-22 07:34 AM
Disasters strike unexpectedly, but with Shelf Reliance products you will always be prepared. Shelf Reliance is devoted to bringing you the absolute best in emergency supplies. Fires, floods, storms, and other extreme natural disasters are no match for the new Ultimate Survival Pack. Made exclusively for Costco, the Ultimate Survival Pack is the most comprehensive and durable emergency kit available. The pack includes supplies for two people for up to two weeks. It is equipped with top-of-the-line tools, gear, and THRIVE food. These supplies are packed in a durable, rugged backpack that has adjustable straps for a comfortable fit. The backpack also includes multiple storage pockets so your gear will always be protected from even the harshest weather.
COMMENT 156456	2011-03-22 07:45 AM
Contact the Red Cross to learn what you might need to have on hand for different types of disasters. Check out their website or visit them on State Street. They are the experts. Take some courses from them.
COMMENT 156514P	2011-03-22 08:51 AM
Amazon.com and there can be a one day delivery if you fear an imminent disaster.
COMMENT 156539P	2011-03-22 09:29 AM
Ehdat, can you provide, here, the Edhat link to the wonderful Disaster Preparedness thread from 4 or 5 days ago. Lots of great ideas, and where to buy supplies was offered there.
COMMENT 156548P	2011-03-22 09:40 AM
http://www.ready.gov/america/getakit/ Recommended Items to Include in a Basic Emergency Supply Kit: Water, one gallon of water per person per day for at least three days, for drinking and sanitation Food, at least a three-day supply of non-perishable food Battery-powered or hand crank radio and a NOAA Weather Radio with tone alert and extra batteries for both Flashlight and extra batteries First aid kit Whistle to signal for help Dust mask, to help filter contaminated air and plastic sheeting and duct tape to shelter-in-place Moist towelettes, garbage bags and plastic ties for personal sanitation Wrench or pliers to turn off utilities Can opener for food (if kit contains canned food) Local maps Cell phone with chargers, inverter or solar charger
COMMENT 156553	2011-03-22 09:47 AM
Where is there an Army Supply nearby?
COMMENT 156576	2011-03-22 10:04 AM
Bevmo.
COMMENT 156592	2011-03-22 10:27 AM
Go to Far West or Goleta Valey Gun and purchase a firearm to protect your family and property.
COMMENT 156611P	2011-03-22 10:47 AM
S.O.S in Van Nuys.......They have nothing but disaster supplies...you can go online and they have a mail order catalog
COMMENT 156635P	2011-03-22 11:23 AM
548, lots of people are saying that storing enough for 3 days is not enough. If the power lines slide down the hillside above Santa Barbara, how long would it take to get them back up and running electricity to our homes? If power is out, you can't get gasoline, because the pumps work on power. If power is out, you probably would not be able to buy food easily, no computers. Freezers out, no meat, dairy. If you have to shelter-in-place, for one week, or one month, could you survive on what you have stored for emergencies. Would your pets survive? Would you prefer to be in a Red Cross shelter or at home? If you would prefer to be at home, plan ahead, and be independent.
COMMENT 156650P	2011-03-22 11:38 AM
link Sanitation and Hygiene In An Emergency If the water lines are damaged or if damage is suspected, do not flush the toilet. Avoid digging holes in the ground and using these. Untreated raw sewage can pollute fresh ground water supplies. It also attracts flies and promotes the spread of diseases. Store a large supply of heavy-duty plastic bags, twist ties, disinfectant, and toilet paper A good disinfectant that is easy to use is a solution of 1 part liquid bleach to 10 parts water. Dry bleach is caustic and not safe for this type of use. If the toilet is NOT able to be flushed, it can still be used. This is less stressful for most people than using some other container. Remove all the bowl water. Line it with a heavy-duty plastic bag. When finished, add a small amount of deodorant or disinfectant, securely tie the bag, and dispose of it in a large trash can with a tight fitting lid. This large trash can should also be lined with a sturdy trash bag. Eventually, the city will provide a means to dispose of these bags. Portable camp toilets, small trash cans or sturdy buckets lined with heavy-duty plastic bags can also be used. Those with tight fitting lids are best.
COMMENT 156721P	2011-03-22 02:54 PM
http://www.edhat.com/site/tidbit.cfm?nid=50925 Here's the Edhat link for a disaster preparedness thread from last week. Many good ideas there, such as: Red Cross 2707 State Street Santa Barbara, CA 93105 They have several kinds of Disaster Kits, from $40 to $150. Their First Aid Kits & Supplies, from $7 to $50. They offer "Build Your Own Kits" that include: backpack, emergency ration food bar, wrench, duct tape roll, 3-pack water boxes, water purification tablets, American Red Cross radio FR300, 6N solar power light radio, etc. Here's Red Cross the link: http://www.sbredcross.org/general_calltoaction.asp?CTA=3&SN=6686&IDCapitulo=0O5561PWP7
COMMENT 156830P	2011-03-22 07:51 PM
592: I recommend Custom Cartridge, Inc. (in old town Goleta) for new guns, usually at the best price in town, with helpful advice and friendly customer service. They prefer you make an appointment, but the advice and price are worth it! Also, http://beprepared.com/ is a good site for many disaster supplies that are hard to find locally.
COMMENT 156876P	2011-03-23 07:07 AM
Trader Joe's for canned veggies. Albertsons for canned meats. K-Mart for non-electric can opener. Costco for batteries. Your kitchen faucet for water (store in used 1 gal. juice containers, and add 1 or 2 drops of bleach). OSH for face masks, crow bar, flashlight, goggles, gloves, plastic wrench to turn off gas. Home Depot and OSH and Red Cross have disaster preparedness packs. Home Depot for plastic sheeting and duct tape.
COMMENT 156891P	2011-03-23 07:43 AM
Google: Shelter-in-Place
COMMENT 157024	2011-03-23 10:10 AM
GUNS? !!! Why would you need a gun? This is about disaster prep. Where are we? Montana? Sheesh.
COMMENT 157037	2011-03-23 10:18 AM
Something most people forget in an emergency is cash. Small bills. $1,$5 and $10. If we ever have the big quake there will be no electricity, thus no ATM's. Hide a coup[le of hundred dollars somewhere safe and don't be telling everyone you have it or where it is located.. Grocery stores will only take cash and will jack up the prices to whatever they can get. Always try to keep your gas tank at least 3/4 full since there will be no pumps in operation. Rx meds are always mentioned but those of us contact lens wearers need to pack supplies and extra eyeglasses too.