Prepared For Disaster: A Practical Guide to Preparing for Disasters and Emergencies
Prepared For Disaster: A Practical Guide to Preparing for Disasters and Emergencies
Overview
"Prepared For Disaster" is written with the average person in mind -- someone who wants to be better prepared for a disaster but isn't sure where to begin. The book is a primer to get you introduced to the fundamentals of disasters and disaster preparedness no matter where you live.The author has real-world experience of working in disaster zones around the world and has trained with many disaster response organizations in USA, Europe and Asia.
Disasters usually happen without warning. In many parts of the world they are a regular fact of life. They can strike a community at any moment, day or night. A normal day can quickly turn ugly and be like no other you've experienced. Within seconds, your whole world is literally shaken by an earthquake leaving incredible devastation in its wake. Buildings collapse leaving scores of people buried beneath the rubble of their homes and places of work. All of a sudden panic breaks out, leaving people bewildered and confused. "How is this happening to us... to me?"
How far could you drive to safety to escape an all-consuming wildfire with only a few gallons of fuel? If the water supply to your house was cut off, how long could you survive with what you have already stored? If you have a medical emergency, would you know what to do if the emergency services are too busy dealing with other calls?
"Prepared For Disaster" covers these questions and more and will help point you in the right direction to get you prepared for the worst.
No one is immune to disaster. In today's troubled world the threat is very real and can come at you from any direction, be it an earthquake, severe storm, or wildfire. Being prepared to deal with a disaster is not just the responsibility for "the experts" or "the fanatical". Disasters don't affect just those types of people -- they can affect anyone... including you!
Although many disasters are unpredictable, their outcomes have been well studied and are known to follow predictable patterns. By learning from the past we are better able to face the future. By being able to provide your own shelter, first aid, food, water and sanitation, you can make the difference between life and death, not only for yourself, but for the lives of your family, neighbors and others within your community.
The book discusses what a disaster is, what is means to be prepared and why many people are not, and the typical impacts of a disaster and how they could affect you. The book then covers the basics including water, food, first aid, communications, transportation, important documents, tools, etc.
The book also includes very helpful guides for what to do during an actual disaster such as power outages, storms, floods, wildfires, earthquakes and tsunamis. Finally, the author includes handy pages that can be copied and included in your own disaster preparedness plan.
Throughout the book, the author includes some of his personal experiences and observations in disaster response, all of which underscore the importance for everyday folk to prepare for the worst. Because disasters are real world events and not the stuff of movies, it is important that ordinary people get ready, even if it's at a basic level, because when you are prepared for the worst you are in a position of strength, not only to help yourself and your family, but to be of greater service to your community.
If you're looking for a book to get you started in disaster preparedness, this is a great place to start. A must read!
Description
The author has real-world experience of working in disaster zones around the world and has trained with many disaster response organizations in USA, Europe and Asia.
Disasters usually happen without warning. In many parts of the world they are a regular fact of life. They can strike a community at any moment, day or night. A normal day can quickly turn ugly and be like no other you've experienced. Within seconds, your whole world is literally shaken by an earthquake leaving incredible devastation in its wake. Buildings collapse leaving scores of people buried beneath the rubble of their homes and places of work. All of a sudden panic breaks out, leaving people bewildered and confused. "How is this happening to us... to me?"
How far could you drive to safety to escape an all-consuming wildfire with only a few gallons of fuel? If the water supply to your house was cut off, how long could you survive with what you have already stored? If you have a medical emergency, would you know what to do if the emergency services are too busy dealing with other calls?
"Prepared For Disaster" covers these questions and more and will help point you in the right direction to get you prepared for the worst.
No one is immune to disaster. In today's troubled world the threat is very real and can come at you from any direction, be it an earthquake, severe storm, or wildfire. Being prepared to deal with a disaster is not just the responsibility for "the experts" or "the fanatical". Disasters don't affect just those types of people -- they can affect anyone... including you!
Although many disasters are unpredictable, their outcomes have been well studied and are known to follow predictable patterns. By learning from the past we are better able to face the future. By being able to provide your own shelter, first aid, food, water and sanitation, you can make the difference between life and death, not only for yourself, but for the lives of your family, neighbors and others within your community.
The book discusses what a disaster is, what is means to be prepared and why many people are not, and the typical impacts of a disaster and how they could affect you. The book then covers the basics including water, food, first aid, communications, transportation, important documents, tools, etc.
The book also includes very helpful guides for what to do during an actual disaster such as power outages, storms, floods, wildfires, earthquakes and tsunamis. Finally, the author includes handy pages that can be copied and included in your own disaster preparedness plan.
Throughout the book, the author includes some of his personal experiences and observations in disaster response, all of which underscore the importance for everyday folk to prepare for the worst. Because disasters are real world events and not the stuff of movies, it is important that ordinary people get ready, even if it's at a basic level, because when you are prepared for the worst you are in a position of strength, not only to help yourself and your family, but to be of greater service to your community.
If you're looking for a book to get you started in disaster preparedness, this is a great place to start. A must read!
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- Used - Acceptable: All pages and the cover are intact, but shrink wrap, dust covers, or boxed set case may be missing. Pages may include limited notes, highlighting, or minor water damage but the text is readable. Item may but the dust cover may be missing. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting, but the text cannot be obscured or unreadable.
Note: Some electronic material access codes are valid only for one user. For this reason, used books, including books listed in the Used – Like New condition, may not come with functional electronic material access codes.
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Several types of goods are exempt from being returned. Perishable goods such as food, flowers, newspapers or magazines cannot be returned. We also do not accept products that are intimate or sanitary goods, hazardous materials, or flammable liquids or gases.
Additional non-returnable items:
- Gift cards
- Downloadable software products
- Some health and personal care items
To complete your return, we require a tracking number, which shows the items which you already returned to us.
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- Book with obvious signs of use
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Depending on where you live, the time it may take for your exchanged product to reach you, may vary.
If you are shipping an item over $75, you should consider using a trackable shipping service or purchasing shipping insurance. We don’t guarantee that we will receive your returned item.
Overview
"Prepared For Disaster" is written with the average person in mind -- someone who wants to be better prepared for a disaster but isn't sure where to begin. The book is a primer to get you introduced to the fundamentals of disasters and disaster preparedness no matter where you live.The author has real-world experience of working in disaster zones around the world and has trained with many disaster response organizations in USA, Europe and Asia.
Disasters usually happen without warning. In many parts of the world they are a regular fact of life. They can strike a community at any moment, day or night. A normal day can quickly turn ugly and be like no other you've experienced. Within seconds, your whole world is literally shaken by an earthquake leaving incredible devastation in its wake. Buildings collapse leaving scores of people buried beneath the rubble of their homes and places of work. All of a sudden panic breaks out, leaving people bewildered and confused. "How is this happening to us... to me?"
How far could you drive to safety to escape an all-consuming wildfire with only a few gallons of fuel? If the water supply to your house was cut off, how long could you survive with what you have already stored? If you have a medical emergency, would you know what to do if the emergency services are too busy dealing with other calls?
"Prepared For Disaster" covers these questions and more and will help point you in the right direction to get you prepared for the worst.
No one is immune to disaster. In today's troubled world the threat is very real and can come at you from any direction, be it an earthquake, severe storm, or wildfire. Being prepared to deal with a disaster is not just the responsibility for "the experts" or "the fanatical". Disasters don't affect just those types of people -- they can affect anyone... including you!
Although many disasters are unpredictable, their outcomes have been well studied and are known to follow predictable patterns. By learning from the past we are better able to face the future. By being able to provide your own shelter, first aid, food, water and sanitation, you can make the difference between life and death, not only for yourself, but for the lives of your family, neighbors and others within your community.
The book discusses what a disaster is, what is means to be prepared and why many people are not, and the typical impacts of a disaster and how they could affect you. The book then covers the basics including water, food, first aid, communications, transportation, important documents, tools, etc.
The book also includes very helpful guides for what to do during an actual disaster such as power outages, storms, floods, wildfires, earthquakes and tsunamis. Finally, the author includes handy pages that can be copied and included in your own disaster preparedness plan.
Throughout the book, the author includes some of his personal experiences and observations in disaster response, all of which underscore the importance for everyday folk to prepare for the worst. Because disasters are real world events and not the stuff of movies, it is important that ordinary people get ready, even if it's at a basic level, because when you are prepared for the worst you are in a position of strength, not only to help yourself and your family, but to be of greater service to your community.
If you're looking for a book to get you started in disaster preparedness, this is a great place to start. A must read!
Description
The author has real-world experience of working in disaster zones around the world and has trained with many disaster response organizations in USA, Europe and Asia.
Disasters usually happen without warning. In many parts of the world they are a regular fact of life. They can strike a community at any moment, day or night. A normal day can quickly turn ugly and be like no other you've experienced. Within seconds, your whole world is literally shaken by an earthquake leaving incredible devastation in its wake. Buildings collapse leaving scores of people buried beneath the rubble of their homes and places of work. All of a sudden panic breaks out, leaving people bewildered and confused. "How is this happening to us... to me?"
How far could you drive to safety to escape an all-consuming wildfire with only a few gallons of fuel? If the water supply to your house was cut off, how long could you survive with what you have already stored? If you have a medical emergency, would you know what to do if the emergency services are too busy dealing with other calls?
"Prepared For Disaster" covers these questions and more and will help point you in the right direction to get you prepared for the worst.
No one is immune to disaster. In today's troubled world the threat is very real and can come at you from any direction, be it an earthquake, severe storm, or wildfire. Being prepared to deal with a disaster is not just the responsibility for "the experts" or "the fanatical". Disasters don't affect just those types of people -- they can affect anyone... including you!
Although many disasters are unpredictable, their outcomes have been well studied and are known to follow predictable patterns. By learning from the past we are better able to face the future. By being able to provide your own shelter, first aid, food, water and sanitation, you can make the difference between life and death, not only for yourself, but for the lives of your family, neighbors and others within your community.
The book discusses what a disaster is, what is means to be prepared and why many people are not, and the typical impacts of a disaster and how they could affect you. The book then covers the basics including water, food, first aid, communications, transportation, important documents, tools, etc.
The book also includes very helpful guides for what to do during an actual disaster such as power outages, storms, floods, wildfires, earthquakes and tsunamis. Finally, the author includes handy pages that can be copied and included in your own disaster preparedness plan.
Throughout the book, the author includes some of his personal experiences and observations in disaster response, all of which underscore the importance for everyday folk to prepare for the worst. Because disasters are real world events and not the stuff of movies, it is important that ordinary people get ready, even if it's at a basic level, because when you are prepared for the worst you are in a position of strength, not only to help yourself and your family, but to be of greater service to your community.
If you're looking for a book to get you started in disaster preparedness, this is a great place to start. A must read!
Condition Guidelines
Books - New and Used
The following guidelines apply to books:
- New: A brand-new copy with cover and original protective wrapping intact. Books with markings of any kind on the cover or pages, books marked as "Bargain" or "Remainder," or with any other labels attached, may not be listed as New condition.
- Used - Good: All pages and cover are intact (including the dust cover, if applicable). Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May include "From the library of" labels. Shrink wrap, dust covers, or boxed set case may be missing. Item may be missing bundled media.
- Used - Acceptable: All pages and the cover are intact, but shrink wrap, dust covers, or boxed set case may be missing. Pages may include limited notes, highlighting, or minor water damage but the text is readable. Item may but the dust cover may be missing. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting, but the text cannot be obscured or unreadable.
Note: Some electronic material access codes are valid only for one user. For this reason, used books, including books listed in the Used – Like New condition, may not come with functional electronic material access codes.
Shipping & Delivery
Shipping Fees
- Stevens Books offers FREE SHIPPING everywhere in the United States for ALL non-book orders, and $3.99 for each book.
- Packages are shipped from Monday to Friday.
- No additional fees and charges.
Delivery Times
The usual time for processing an order is 24 hours (1 business day), but may vary depending on the availability of products ordered. This period excludes delivery times, which depend on your geographic location.
Estimated delivery times:
- Standard Shipping: 5-8 business days
- Expedited Shipping: 3-5 business days
Shipping method varies depending on what is being shipped.
Tracking
All orders are shipped with a tracking number. Once your order has left our warehouse, a confirmation e-mail with a tracking number will be sent to you. You will be able to track your package at all times.
Damaged Parcel
If your package has been delivered in a PO Box, please note that we are not responsible for any damage that may result (consequences of extreme temperatures, theft, etc.).
If you have any questions regarding shipping or want to know about the status of an order, please contact us or email to support@stevensbooks.com.
Returns & Refunds
You may return most items within 30 days of delivery for a full refund.
To be eligible for a return, your item must be unused and in the same condition that you received it. It must also be in the original packaging.
Several types of goods are exempt from being returned. Perishable goods such as food, flowers, newspapers or magazines cannot be returned. We also do not accept products that are intimate or sanitary goods, hazardous materials, or flammable liquids or gases.
Additional non-returnable items:
- Gift cards
- Downloadable software products
- Some health and personal care items
To complete your return, we require a tracking number, which shows the items which you already returned to us.
There are certain situations where only partial refunds are granted (if applicable)
- Book with obvious signs of use
- CD, DVD, VHS tape, software, video game, cassette tape, or vinyl record that has been opened
- Any item not in its original condition, is damaged or missing parts for reasons not due to our error
- Any item that is returned more than 30 days after delivery
Items returned to us as a result of our error will receive a full refund,some returns may be subject to a restocking fee of 7% of the total item price, please contact a customer care team member to see if your return is subject. Returns that arrived on time and were as described are subject to a restocking fee.
Items returned to us that were not the result of our error, including items returned to us due to an invalid or incomplete address, will be refunded the original item price less our standard restocking fees.
If the item is returned to us for any of the following reasons, a 15% restocking fee will be applied to your refund total and you will be asked to pay for return shipping:
- Item(s) no longer needed or wanted.
- Item(s) returned to us due to an invalid or incomplete address.
- Item(s) returned to us that were not a result of our error.
You should expect to receive your refund within four weeks of giving your package to the return shipper, however, in many cases you will receive a refund more quickly. This time period includes the transit time for us to receive your return from the shipper (5 to 10 business days), the time it takes us to process your return once we receive it (3 to 5 business days), and the time it takes your bank to process our refund request (5 to 10 business days).
If you need to return an item, please Contact Us with your order number and details about the product you would like to return. We will respond quickly with instructions for how to return items from your order.
Shipping Cost
We'll pay the return shipping costs if the return is a result of our error (you received an incorrect or defective item, etc.). In other cases, you will be responsible for paying for your own shipping costs for returning your item. Shipping costs are non-refundable. If you receive a refund, the cost of return shipping will be deducted from your refund.
Depending on where you live, the time it may take for your exchanged product to reach you, may vary.
If you are shipping an item over $75, you should consider using a trackable shipping service or purchasing shipping insurance. We don’t guarantee that we will receive your returned item.
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