Knowing the hazards of the area you live in depends in what region of the country or world you live in. You would not want to prepare for a Tsunami if you lived in the central United States. But you may, if you lived along the Pacific or Atlantic coast. Be informed with the different types of disasters and the geographic area you live in - a little information could save a life.

We at Emergency Survival Online have the tools, survival kits and information needed for your first 72 hours or more of emergency. We always suggest you contact your local and state government agency for a more in depth source of disaster preparation.

As hundreds of victims of natural disasters struggle to begin recovery and rebuild their lives, the immediate priorities are access to water, food, shelter, medical care, and security. For those affected by storms, however, the mental health effects can be deep and linger for weeks and months to come. Almost everyone who lives through such an event experiences some feelings of sadness and depression. Depending on the individual, these feelings can vary in intensity and duration. This is true not only for the residents of the cities and towns devastated by natural disasters, but also for the thousands of rescue workers, emergency medical personnel, and disaster recovery experts engaged in search-and-rescue operations.