It's important to plan ahead for potential disasters. Make a plan, compile a disaster kit, and be informed. Remember you may be without the basics like running water, electricity, or access to communications and relief for up to 72-hours. Below is a list of items to get you started creating a family disaster kit; each family member, including pets, should be accounted for when thinking about quantities. You may also want to plan a smaller version of this kit for your automobile(s):
At Leatherman our tagline is: Now you're ready. We take preparedness seriously, both for the expected and the unexpected. When disaster strikes, we also take our responsibility as a community-minded company to help where we can.
Below is a group of recognized, secure, non-profit disaster relief agencies that you can feel good about donating money, time, or resources to in an effort to help people affected by disasters here and abroad.