When Disaster Strikes: Take Steps Now to Plan for Widespread Emergencies (Emergency Preparedness Series--Part 2‪)‬

In the coming months, EP will feature a series of articles giving timely information about potential emergency situations and offering suggestions and new technology that exceptional families can use to prepare for emergencies--everything from localized to large scale emergencies, everything from natural disasters to terrorist attacks. This article presents Part 2 of the series. In late 2001, even before government and health officials started advising the public on what to do after terrorists distributed anthrax spores through the U.S. mail, Karen Kirk began taking steps to protect her family. She and her next-door neighbor drove to the store and bought duct tape and plastic to cover their windows and doors. Her hunch was right; within 36 hours, media outlets were broadcasting the same advice and supplies quickly sold out.