David Rosenberg of Homestead Survival Products in Kalkaska, Michigan has just been announced as the local stocking dealer for The Sam Andy Foods and Equipment Co. This store will be offering a full inventory of low-moisture storage foods, having a shelf life of 10 to 25 years and a wide selection of emergency equipment and supplies. Now in its fourth decade of operation Sam Andy is one of the oldest and best-known names in the low-moisture, long-term food storage industry. For more infomation on becoming a Sam Andy Dealer click here http://nmhomesteadsurvivalproducts.com/dealer-opportunity.html For a free Sam Andy Food and Equipment Supplies Catalog, or more information, contact David Rosenberg at 231-258-4540; cell phone 231-624-1026.

Being prepared can reduce fear, anxiety, and losses that accompany disasters. Communities, families, and individuals should know what to do in the event of a fire and where to seek shelter during a tornado. They should be ready to evacuate their homes and take refuge in public shelters and know how to care for their basic medical needs.

Disasters disrupt hundreds of thousands of lives every year. Each disaster has lasting effects, both to people and property.

If a disaster occurs in your community, local government and disaster-relief organizations will try to help you, but you need to be ready as well. Local responders may not be able to reach you immediately, or they may need to focus their efforts elsewhere.

You should know how to respond to severe weather or any disaster that could occur in your area - wildfire, hurricanes, earthquakes, extreme cold, extreme snow depths, flooding, or terrorism.

You should also be ready to be self-sufficient for at least three days. This may mean providing for your own shelter, first aid, food, water, and sanitation.