Emergency Management Books

Usually, the first response most people have to an emergency is panic.  When a major disaster or emergency has occurred, the chaotic situation is hardly conducive to measured, rational thought, but this is just the time when thinking clearly is needed.  While most of us go through life without having to deal with a catastrophe, no one can predict what the future will hold, especially with the threat of terrorism, which can strike anywhere.  In order to better protect yourself and your family during an emergency, familiarize yourself with the information available in books written to deal with this.  Get several so that no area of survival will be overlooked, and you will be prepared no matter what happens.

Handbook to Practical Disaster Preparedness for the Family by Arthur T. Bradley

There is no doubt that preparation should be made for emergencies or disasters, but often people feel overwhelmed by the task.  Many will just go along as always, hoping that fate smiles kindly on them, while others may think that collecting survival supplies will prove to be just a waste of money – they consider that the tiny chance that disaster will strike them is too small to justify preparing.  This book not only outlines the probable disasters that may befall anyone, but gives you a practical way to go about your preparations.  The author makes the point that an emergency plan can be practical and fit into your budget and lifestyle.  Problems and situations are presented, and then the easiest way to deal with them will follow.   This book will be useful to those experienced in survival techniques and to those just starting out.

Emergency Preparedness The Right Way by Howard Godfrey

This is a book for the novice in survival.  It is not as involved and detailed as the above book, but is a very good starting point, and the simple instructions will make it easy for those who have no idea where to start to get going.  As two of the most vital needs for everyone are food and water, Emergency Preparedness covers these topics in an easy to follow, but thorough way.  The author explains what kinds of food you will need, how to store it, and also how to make sure that your water supply is safe and drinkable.  First aid and how to deal with a power outage are also covered.

Crisis Preparedness Handbook by Jack A. Spigarelli

When you are looking for a comprehensive emergency survival handbook, this is one of the books you will want to reach for.  Almost every aspect of emergency planning is covered, from putting away a food supply to preparing safeguards that will help you and your family to survive nearly any crisis with a minimum of disturbance.  The Crisis Preparedness Handbook not only deals with the usual problems such as food and water, but also contains hints on alternative energy, growing and raising your own food, and emergency evacuation.

There are plenty of photos, lists, and charts to help you get the maximum benefit out of this book, and internet sources are also given to provide you with further vital information.

While all of the above books are very good, it would be advisable to acquire at least two of them – no one can cover everything, and one book will usually take up where another one leaves off.