You never know when the next emergency may come along. There are some basic items that you should keep in your pocket or purse. Now given, many people don't want to have to carry yet move stuff on their person every day. I agree. But because I want to have some abilities with me at all time I always carry a few items:
A knife - it wasn't too many years ago when most people probably carried a small folding pocket knife. Not so today. I always carry my Swiss Army knife. I have had people look at me with surprise when I pull it out to address one of the many common tasks that a good knife (especially one with a few tools) can handle. If you can (some people work in schools or other areas where any sort of "edged weapon" is forbidden) get a good pocket knife and carry it.
Multi-tool -just started carry one of these about a year ago. It is just a small Gerber model but I really like it and it gives me a pair of pliers (along with a small blade and a few other basic tools).
Flashlight - I carry a small Photon light. Very bright, easy to carry and handy. Bright white LED. When you need it nothing else can replace a good flashlight.
Lighter / matches - I live in the suburbs but I still want to be able to make a fire if I need to. I always carry a small Bic lighter and some water proof matches in a match case.
A whistle - It doesn't take an earthquake (though we have those around where I live as well) to find yourself trapped. Your voice will give out quickly when calling for help. A nice loud whistle can be a lifesaver. I carry a small Fox 40.
A P38 can opener - the P38 has a lot of great uses in addition to be able to open that cold can of beans for dinner.
Remember that in an emergency or disaster you may only have the items that are in your pockets. Make sure you have some of the basics you will need.
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