Ks (FEYiY \ BEY ol " i) a \ ~ % 4 a les SENSE Getting Ready For Ml Unexpected (NAPSA)—Surprising as it may sound, it is possible to prepare for natural disasters and the unexpected. Since hurricanes, floods, forest res and other disasters can strike at any time, following a few simple guidelines can help protect your family should a catastrophetake place. Beverages packaged in asep- tic boxes can remain on a storage shelf, unrefrigerated, for six monthsto a year or more. For example, in an out-of-theway area of your home, store enough water to last four or ve days. Two gallons per day, per person, should be enough for drinking, cooking and spongebaths. You'll also need nutritious, non- perishable food. To make storage easier, experts recommend buying food and beverages in aseptic packages, commonly known as drink boxes. These boxes make it possible for their contents to remain on a storage shelf, unrefrigerated, for six months to a year or more, without preservatives. Look for soups, broths, fresh cow’s milk, soy beverages, tofu and fresh tomatoes in these cartons. For more information on disaster preparedness, contact the American Red Cross or your local county extension ofce.
