According to news reports, France is preparing an updated guide for its citizens for preparing for and surviving possible emergencies, including nuclear attack. Reportedly, the guide is being reviewed by the Prime Minister, and should be in the hands of the public by this summer.

The excerpt above shows recommended contents for a family emergency kit. First on the list is a radio with spare batteries. Other items are medicines and a first aid kit, a pocketknife, non-perishable foods for all family members, including pets and infants, and warm clothing. Also on the list are a flashlight and/or candles, a charger, six liters (1.5 gallons) of water per person, and extra eyeglasses and keys for the car and house. Rounding out the list are games to pass the time, and copies of important documents.

Production of the document comes on the heels of similar preparations in the Nordic countries.  There is an English versions online of the Swedish “In case of crisis or war.”

We are sure that most of our readers are prepared at least a minimal broadcast radio, which could provide lifesaving information in case of an emergency in which the Internet is unavailable. Even an inexpensive radio such as this one along with extra batteries could save your life in an emergency.  (And for added flexibility, make sure your  flashlight  uses the same type of batteries.)

For more Emergency Preparedness pointers, see our earlier posts on the subject.

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