What Is A Disaster?
What is a Disaster?
A disaster is a sudden event or occurrence that causes damage to life or property. Generally speaking, there are two types of disasters: man-made and natural. Some disasters are worse than others.
Major Natural Disasters
Minor Natural Disasters
- Thunderstorms
- Heat Waves
- Mud Slides
- Storms
- Cold Snaps
Major Man-Made Disasters
- Setting of Fires (many wildfires are actually man-made disasters)
- Deforestation
- Pandemics and Epidemics
- Pollution
- Wars
- Terrorism
- Chemical Pollution
Minor Man-Made Disasters
- Food Poisoning
- Travel Accidents (road, rail, plane)
- Industrial Disasters
- Environmental Pollution
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- kit meets or exceeds OSHA and ANSI 2009 guidelines for 100 people
- fully organized interior compartments provide quick access to contents
- rugged, sturdy, high-density plastic case is impact-resistant
- case can be wall-mounted or folds compactly for storage
- easy slide latches securely lock the case into place
When Do Disasters Occur?
Disasters can occur any time and almost any place. It’s important that you know the dangers that may occur in your area before a disaster strikes. Do you live in a flood-prone area? Are you in the eruption zone of an active volcano? Make sure you know the dangers of your area BEFORE the disaster strikes and, as always, have a plan.