September is National Preparedness Month, and it couldn't have come at a better time. August has been a veritable &^%$ Storm of disasters. The tragedy in Lahina, blistering heat and drought, and fires up and down the West Coast have stressed everyone to the limit. There are some common themes too.  A  report by our local County officials points out that "Milling" is an issue. People are told to leave and when officers check 30 minutes later they find folks haven’t moved. Why? They believe that it won't happen here.  Or even worse…won't happen again. There is a reoccurring theme of missed/incomplete…even non-existent communication of danger, and blame back and forth. One side says," Impossible to warn everyone" countered by charges of "no warnings being given". Add to that water shortages and the issues with powerlines.  Family, we need to slow down, get focused, and begin to take control of our own lives. Work to get decisions made. Do not wait to be led.  Make sure you can be self-sufficient and stand on your own for 30 days. The Bug Out bag is the first step in that process. Fire Information Link If you wish to subscribe to our newsletter or for questions and comments, email: [email protected] Please "Follow Us", and remember that this program may be downloaded and shared for educational purposes. It may not be resold, edited, or used for other purposes without written permission. Music Pond 5 Individual License, Commercial Music Pond 5 Levee Blues_15 Sec (Swampy Harmonica) 78705066