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56 Precautionary Disaster Essentials

To Prevent Tragedies Like the Devestating Oklahoma Tornado

— May 21, 2013 — World
Recent news of the Oklahoma tornado has left many grief-stricken and homeless; the town of Oklahoma in shambles. While tornadoes, tsunamis, floods and earthquakes are sadly common in all parts of the world, no one really expects a natural disaster to hit them so close to home. Learning how to be prepared, no matter where you live, is a great way to ensure that if and when a natural disaster does hit, you are ready to overcome all obstacles.

While preventing natural disasters are inevitable, we can reduce damage, save lives and help to rebuild homes faster if we are more prepared for times of extreme calamity. From emergency survival kits, storm-locating maps, compact food survival sources to handy convertible car roof boats, instant, convenient and simple disaster essentials are a must for everyone to have.
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Disaster Relief Hotspots
Disaster Relief Hotspots
The Comcast Wi-Fi Response Fosters an Unlocked American Network
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Decreasing Disaster Fund Graphs
Decreasing Disaster Fund Graphs
The 'Fading Aid' Haiti Donations Infograph Lays it Out
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Robot Unison Boats
Robot Unison Boats
University of Pennsylvania Students Tested Out Robotic Boat Protoypes
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Compact Tunnel Trucks
Compact Tunnel Trucks
The Boltec .04 Maneuvers Well in Mines to Enhance Workers' Safety
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Disaster-Diverting Ceiling Lights
Disaster-Diverting Ceiling Lights
SAVE:US Doubles as a GPS-Equipped Rescue Light
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Earthquake-Proof Beds
Earthquake-Proof Beds
The Wood Luck Bed Doubles as a Tremor Shelter
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Earthquake-Warning Flashlights
Earthquake-Warning Flashlights
The Gurapika Warning Device Sounds Off as a Precautionary Method
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Emergency Education Sites
Emergency Education Sites
Google Crisis Preparedness Website Teaches How to Use Tech During Crises
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Buoyant Energy Generators
Buoyant Energy Generators
The FloES System Can Supply Electricity to Flooded Communities
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Compact Survival Food Sources
Compact Survival Food Sources
Rice in a Can by CTC is Made for Emergency Situations
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Business Storm Safety Infographics
Business Storm Safety Infographics
This Chart Measures Businesses' Natural Disaster Preparedness
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Storm-Proof Lifeguard Stations
Storm-Proof Lifeguard Stations
‘Garrison Architects’ Rebuilds NYC Beaches After Hurric
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Survivalist Supplements
Survivalist Supplements
Survival Tabs Are Food Rations for Post-Armageddon Pill-Poppers
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Lifesaver Ceiling Lights
Lifesaver Ceiling Lights
SAVE:US is a Lighting Fixture That Can Transform Into a Flashlight
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Sun-Powered Stoves
Sun-Powered Stoves
Solar Cooker by Cheng-Tsung Feng is a Handy Disaster Relief Aid
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Musical Cyclones
Musical Cyclones
The Guitar Tribute Tornado is Surprisingly Playable
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Rubble-Deflecting Emergency Escapes
Rubble-Deflecting Emergency Escapes
The Idan Raizberg Ruins Catheter Allows Passage Through Debris
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Stranded Survival Snacks
Stranded Survival Snacks
The Datres 3600 Food Bars Pack Calories for the Wilderness
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Hands-Free Emergency Transports
Hands-Free Emergency Transports
The MediEase Stretcher Makes It Easier for Rescuers to Maneuver
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Emergency Refuge Igloos
Emergency Refuge Igloos
The Recurs(h)ive Project Would Provide Shelter to Those With Totaled Homes
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Cyclone-Proof Cars
Cyclone-Proof Cars
The Tornado Attack Vehicle is Totally Intense
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Savvy Inflatable Solar Lamps
Savvy Inflatable Solar Lamps
The LuminAID Light Is Affordable, Waterproof and Last 3 Years
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Compact Bucket Survival Kits
Compact Bucket Survival Kits
Stay Prepared in Natural Disasters with the Deluxe Honey Bucket Kit
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Storm-Proof Shirts
Storm-Proof Shirts
The Outlier Supermarine Rain Shirt Saves You from the Elements
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Collapsing Natural Disaster Entrances
Collapsing Natural Disaster Entrances
The 'Quick-Shelter Door' Can Fold Into a Durable Tent
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Multifunctional Relief Radiators
Multifunctional Relief Radiators
Stove by Kazuaki Hibino Improves Survivors' Health and Happiness
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Lifesaving Knapsacks
Lifesaving Knapsacks
The Otter Personal Disaster Backpack Doubles as a Flotation Device
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Tankless Toilets
Tankless Toilets
The Panasonic Arauno V Will Revolutionize the Home
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Portable High-Rise Evacuation Kits
Portable High-Rise Evacuation Kits
The Tinkerball Life Rescue Device Makes Escaping Danger Easy
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Exotic Printed Ensembles
Exotic Printed Ensembles
The Donna Karan Spring 2012 Collection Conveys Tribal Inspiration
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Life-Saving Toolsets
Life-Saving Toolsets
The Muji Kits are Compact, Versatile and May Come in Handy One Day
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Hovering Indestructible Homes
Hovering Indestructible Homes
The Stamp House by Charles Wright Architects Withstands Cyclones
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Life-Saving Tool Charts
Life-Saving Tool Charts
The WD-40 Survival Guide Infographic Shows Tips for Disasters
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All-Terrain Ambulances
All-Terrain Ambulances
The 'RT112' by Tomasz Siemek is the Ultimate Rescue Vehicle
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Disaster-Proof Bamboo Housing
Disaster-Proof Bamboo Housing
This Design Against the Elements Submission is Built for the Worst
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Fold-Out Survival Sets
Fold-Out Survival Sets
The Rely Refugee Kit by Chen Yu Jung is Perfect for Natural Disasters
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Disaster Domicile Drops
Disaster Domicile Drops
Parachute Shelter Delivers Tents from the Air to Victims on Broken Ground
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Emergency Cubed Homes
Emergency Cubed Homes
The ePod Shelter Gives Natural Disaster Victims a Temporary Dwelling
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Convertible Car Roof Boats
Convertible Car Roof Boats
The 'BoatPack' Turns a Car's Roof Box Into a Convenient Mobile Boat
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Storm-Locating Maps
Storm-Locating Maps
The Hurricane Sandy Crisis Map Helps to Prepare for This Natural Disaster
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Compact Accessible Cooktops
Compact Accessible Cooktops
The Prometheus Stove Promotes Ease of Use and Culinary Independence
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$4,000 Survival Capsules
$4,000 Survival Capsules
Cosmo Power “Noah” Designed to Protect from Natural Disasters
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Pop-Up Paper Refuges
Pop-Up Paper Refuges
The Origami Shelter Provides Easy Emergency Protection for the Elements
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Solar Disaster Shelters
Solar Disaster Shelters
The V Plus Emergency Relief Tent Provides Victims with Comfort and Power
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Tsunami-Ready Rafts
Tsunami-Ready Rafts
The FloodHopper Should Become a Standard Household Item in Innondated Areas
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Accessible Origami Lifeboats
Accessible Origami Lifeboats
The FoldingBoat Concept Safely Equips Home Owners in Flood Zones
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Cylindrical Pop-Up Homes
Cylindrical Pop-Up Homes
‘The Tube' Provides Compact Living Quarters in the Great Outd
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Portable Paramedic Scanners
Portable Paramedic Scanners
The Xavier X-Ray is Compact Enough to be Carried to Catastrophe Sites
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Dual-Threat Disaster Devices
Dual-Threat Disaster Devices
Universal Rescue Equipment is Both a Life Raft and Safety Shelter
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Durable Disaster Capsules
Durable Disaster Capsules
The Tsunami Survival Pod Can Provide Life-Saving Protection
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Musical Emergency Shelters
Musical Emergency Shelters
The Accordion Tent is Designed to House Disaster Victims
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Resourceful Corrugated Cabins
Resourceful Corrugated Cabins
Shelter/Pavilion is an Efficient Emergency Abode of Material Scraps
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Solar Cube Refuges
Solar Cube Refuges
This Temporary Housing Unit Becomes a Home to Victims of Damaged Property
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Emergency Disaster Pods
Emergency Disaster Pods
Life Armor Can Help You Survive Another Hurricane Sandy
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Floating Disaster Shelters
Floating Disaster Shelters
The Archelon Emergency Capsule Provides Refuge During Floods
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